Tishomingo – Ardmore, Oklahoma Murray State College provides

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Tishomingo – Ardmore, Oklahoma
Murray State College provides opportunities for student learning, personal growth,
professional success, and community enhancement.
WWW.MSCOK.EDU
580-371-2371
2013-2014 CATALOG
From Here… Go Anywhere
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Welcome to Murray State College. We are
delighted you are pursuing your higher
education with us. Whether you are just out
of high school or one of our more nontraditional students, you are a valuable piece
of MSC’s rich history and dynamic future.
The opportunities ahead of you will change
your life, open doors and help create a bold
vision for your future.
On a personal note, I want to encourage you
to excel beyond what you think are your
limits. Take advantage of the rich blend of
clubs, sports, activities and cultural events.
Get involved in the many facets of campus
life. Dedicate yourself to excellence and
succeed in courses that will help you become
a skillful and vibrant contributor to our
society. Our promise to you is we will do
whatever we can to contribute to the success
of every individual and our community as a
whole.
I wish you the best as you prepare for a world
of possibilities.
Sincerely,
Joy McDaniel
President
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Murray State College, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order
11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991 and other Federal laws and regulations, does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability or status as a
veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions,
employment, student financial aid, and educational services. In addition to the aforementioned federally
protected characteristics of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability or status as a
veteran, Murray State College is committed to a diverse and inclusive educational environment respecting
diversity in religious belief, political affiliation, citizenship or alien status, sexual orientation, and marital status.
Murray State College is also in compliance with Public law 101-226, the drug-Free Schools and Community
Act Amendments of 1989 and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. In support of the spirit and intent of
these laws, Murray State College maintains an alcohol-, tobacco- and drug-free campus by prohibiting the use
of alcohol and/or illicit drugs by students and employees on College property or as part of any College activity
and by prohibiting the use of tobacco on College property.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
President’s Welcome........................................................ 1
Table of Contents ............................................................. 2
College Calendar .............................................................. 4
General Information
History of the College ................................................ 6
Mission ...................................................................... 6
Values ....................................................................... 6
Vision ........................................................................ 6
Goals ......................................................................... 7
Functions ................................................................... 7
Location ..................................................................... 7
Economic Development ............................................ 7
Continuing Education and Community Service ......... 7
Website ..................................................................... 8
Murray State College Notice of Non-Discrimination .. 8
Admissions
First-Time Entering Student ...................................... 9
High School Curricular Requirements ....................... 9
Transfer Student ...................................................... 9
Resident Transfer Admission .................................... 9
Nonresident Transfer Admission ............................. 10
Transfer Probation Category ................................... 10
High School Concurrent Students
Senior .................................................................. 10
Junior .................................................................. 10
International Student ............................................... 11
Notification of Acceptance ....................................... 11
Students Not in Good Academic Standing .............. 11
Immunization Compliance Requirements ............... 11
Special Adult Admission .......................................... 12
Special Opportunity Admission ............................... 12
Oklahoma Residency Information ........................... 12
Other Admission Information ................................... 12
Criminal Activity Disclosure ..................................... 12
Home Study or Unaccredited High Schools ............ 13
Entry-Level Assessment and Placement ................ 13
Policy Statement on Admission of Students for Whom
English is a Second Language ................................ 13
Technology Center Admissions
Adult .................................................................... 13
High School ......................................................... 13
Special Program Admission
Gunsmithing ........................................................ 14
Nursing ................................................................ 14
Occupational Therapy Assistant ......................... 15
Physical Therapist Assistant ............................... 15
Veterinary Technology ........................................ 16
Financial Aid Information
Information .............................................................. 17
Application Procedure ............................................. 17
When to Apply ......................................................... 17
How to Apply ........................................................... 17
MSC Website .......................................................... 18
Student's Award ...................................................... 18
Intersession ............................................................. 18
Eligibility Requirements ........................................... 18
If a Student Does Not Qualify For Aid ..................... 19
Student Expenses ................................................... 19
Direct Costs ......................................................... 19
Indirect Costs ...................................................... 19
Disbursement Policies ............................................. 19
Return of Title IV Aid Policy .................................... 20
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy ................... 21
Penalties for Drug Law Violations ........................... 22
Federal Aid Programs ..............................................23
State Aid Programs .................................................24
Tuition Waivers ........................................................24
Foundation Scholarships .........................................24
Other Financial Assistance ......................................26
Student Rights .........................................................26
Student Responsibilities ..........................................27
Glossary of Financial Aid Terms ..............................27
Student Expenses
General Fee Refund Policy .....................................28
Living Expenses ......................................................28
Termination of Contract by Resident .......................28
Deposit for Resident Housing ..................................28
Textbooks, Supplies, & Equipment ..........................28
Fees .........................................................................29
Student Financial Obligation ....................................29
Enrollment
General ....................................................................30
Classification of Students ........................................30
Federal Credit Hour Definition Statement ................30
Number of Hours Permitted .....................................30
Change in Enrollment ..............................................30
Absence ...................................................................30
Registration of Vehicles ...........................................30
Credit for Extrainstitutional Learning........................30
CLEP Exams ...........................................................31
Credit for Advanced Placement ……………………..32
Drop/Withdrawal from Courses................................32
Withdrawal from College..........................................32
Student Conduct ......................................................33
Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy .................33
Student Educational Rights and Privacy (FERPA) ..33
Release of Student Information ...............................34
Disability Services
Equal Access ...........................................................35
Admissions ..............................................................35
Financial Assistance ................................................35
MSC Disability Services Offered..............................35
Facilities ...................................................................35
Intellectual Disabilities .............................................35
Requesting Accommodations for Services ..............35
Contact Information .................................................36
Student Services
Assessment .............................................................37
Academic Advisement .............................................37
Student Orientation ..................................................37
Career Guidance .....................................................37
Library/Learning Resource Center ..........................37
Substance Use/Abuse Counseling ..........................37
Student Retention ....................................................37
Student Support Services ........................................38
Voluntary Health Programs......................................38
Housing Required Residence ..................................38
Meningococcal Compliance .....................................38
Transfer Services ....................................................38
Student Activities and Organizations
General ....................................................................39
Organizations ..........................................................39
Academic Organizations ..........................................39
Social Organizations ................................................39
Clubs .......................................................................40
Alumni Associations ................................................40
Athletics ...................................................................40
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Grades
Grades & Grade Points ........................................... 41
Grade Appeal .......................................................... 41
Remedial Courses ................................................... 41
Requirements for Scholarship Recipients ............... 41
Transfer of Credits .................................................. 42
Transcripts .............................................................. 42
Academic Standing ................................................. 42
Repeated Courses .................................................. 42
Academic Reprieve Request ................................... 42
Academic Renewal Request ................................... 43
Satisfactory Progress
Nursing ................................................................ 43
Occupational Therapy Assistant ......................... 43
Physical Therapist Assistant ............................... 43
Veterinary Technology ........................................ 43
Honors and Awards ................................................. 43
Graduation Requirements
General Education Requirement ............................. 45
AAS Degree Checklist ............................................. 45
AA or AS Degree Checklist ..................................... 45
Residence Credit ..................................................... 46
Courses Not Applying Toward Graduation .............. 46
Changes in Degree Requirements .......................... 46
Commencement ...................................................... 46
Graduation with Honors .......................................... 46
Description of Course Prefixes ................................ 46
Institutional Assessment
Importance of Assessment ...................................... 48
The Institutional Assessment Team ........................ 48
General Education Task Force ............................... 48
General Education Outcomes ................................. 48
COMPASS Testing and Placement ........................ 48
Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency
(CAAP) .................................................................... 49
Courses of Study ............................................................ 50
Degree Curricula ........................................................ 51-88
Course Descriptions................................................ 89-117
Regents and Staff .................................................. 118-121
Feeding the Cattle
Murray State College Farm
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2013-2014 COLLEGE CALENDAR
Summer Session 2013
4/01 - 4/05 (Current Students) ..............................................................Tishomingo Enrollment (No Enrollment on 3/18 – 3/22, 3/29, 5/17, 5/24, 5/27, 5/31)
4/08 – 6/05 (Open Enrollment)
4/01 – 4/05 (40+ hours) ........................................................................... Ardmore Enrollment (No Enrollment on 3/18 – 3/22, 3/29, 5/17, 5/24, 5/27, 5/31)
4/08 – 4/12 (1 - 39 hours)
5/15 – 5/30 (5/15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30) ................................................................................................................................. Intersession
5/16 .........................................................................................................................................................Intersession Add/Drop Period Ends
5/27 ................................................................................................................................................................................ Memorial Day Holiday
6/03 .................................................................................................................................................... Classes Begin (Regular and 4-Week Session)
6/03 – 6/27 ..........................................................................................................................................................................1st 4-Week Session
6/04 ............................................................................................................................................. 1st 4-Week Session Add/Drop Period Ends
6/05 ........................................................................................................................................................... Regular Session Add Period Ends
6/10 ..........................................................................................................................................................Regular Session Drop Period Ends
7/4 ......................................................................................................................................................................... Independence Day Holiday
7/01 – 7/25 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2nd 4-Week Session
7/02 .............................................................................................................................................2nd 4-Week Session Add/Drop Period Ends
7/11 ................................................................................................................................... Regular Session Last Day to Drop with AW or W
7/23, 24, 25 ............................................................................................................................................................ Final Exams (Regular Session)
7/25 ........................................................................................................................................................................Classes End (Regular Session)
Fall Session 2013
4/01 – 4/05 (current students) ............................ Tishomingo Enrollment (No Enrollment on 3/18 – 3/22, 3/29, 5/17, 5/24, 5/27, 5/31, Fridays June & July, 7/04)
4/01 – 4/05 (40+ hours) ......................................... Ardmore Enrollment (No Enrollment on 3/18 – 3/22, 3/29, 5/17, 5/24, 5/27, 5/31, Fridays June & July, 7/04)
4/08 - 12 (1 - 39 hours)
7/29 – 8/09 (127/29, 30, 31, 8/01, 02, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09)............................................................................................................................ Intersession
7/30 .........................................................................................................................................................Intersession Add/Drop Period Ends
8/6 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Nursing Orientation
8/14 .......................................................................................................................................................... Veterinary Technology Orientation
8/12 ...................................................................................................................................................Nursing Orientation for Career Mobility
9/7 – 10/12 (9/07, 14, 21, 28, 10/05, 12) .....................................................................................................................................1st 6-Week Session
9/2 ........................................................................................................................................................................................Labor Day Holiday
10/17 & 18.......................................................................................................................................................................................... Fall Break
10/26 – 12/7 (10/26, 11/02, 09, 16, 23 12/07).............................................................................................................................. 2nd 6-Week Session
10/29 ...........................................................................................................................................2nd 6-Week Session Add/Drop Period Ends
11/11 ................................................................................................................................. Regular Session Last Day to Drop with AW or W
11/25 – 11/29 ................................................................................................................................................................. Thanksgiving Holiday
12/09, 10, 11, 12, 13 .............................................................................................................................................. Final Exams (Regular Session)
12/16 ......................................................................................................................................................................Classes End (Regular Session)
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2013-2014 COLLEGE CALENDAR
Spring Session 2014
10/21 - 10/25 (Current Students) .......................... Tishomingo Enrollment (No enrollments on November 25-29, December 9-13, and December 23-January 1)
10/28 - 1/17 (Open Enrollment)
10/21 - 10/25 (40+ hours) ........................................ Ardmore Enrollment (No enrollments on November 25-29, December 9-13, and December 23-January 1)
10/28 - 1/17 (1 - 39 hours)
12/17 – 1/10 (12/17, 18, 19, 1/02, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) ................................................................................................................................... Intersession
12/18 .......................................................................................................................................................Intersession Add/Drop Period Ends
1/20 ....................................................................................................................................................................... Martin Luther King Holiday
1/25 - 3/1 (1/25, 2/1, 8, 15, 22, 3/1) ............................................................................................................................................1st 6-Week Session
3/17 – 3/21 .................................................................................................................................................................................... Spring Break
3/8 – 5/3 (3/8, 29, 4/5, 12, 26, 5/3) ............................................................................................................................................ 2nd 6-Week Session
3/11 .............................................................................................................................................2nd 6-Week Session Add/Drop Period Ends
4/11 ................................................................................................................................... Regular Session Last Day to Drop with AW or W
4/18 .................................................................................................................................................................................. Good Friday Holiday
5/6, 7, 8, 9, 12 ........................................................................................................................................................ Final Exams (Regular Session)
5/13 ........................................................................................................................................................................Classes End (Regular Session)
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE
Oklahoma’s First Legislature created Murray State College in 1908
as the Murray State School of Agriculture. Named for William H.
“Alfalfa Bill” Murray, Oklahoma’s most colorful political figure, the school
embodied its namesake’s “philosophy of the plow”: agricultural training
for students in rural southeastern Oklahoma.
Located in Tishomingo, the historical capital of the Chickasaw
Nation, Murray has a history that is intertwined with that of “Little Dixie’s”
American Indians. In fall of 1908, the school opened its doors to one
hundred students, primarily Chickasaw and Choctaw. In 1916, U. S.
Representative William H. Murray obtained federal appropriations for
the construction of two new dormitories to house Indian students. This
timely funding allocation probably saved the institution as similar state
schools were closed during that period.
Due to increasing demands for a higher standard and grade of
work, the State Board of Agriculture, by resolution in the spring of 1922,
authorized the school to add a year of college work during the session
of 1922-23 and another year during the 1923-24 session, thus raising
the institution to the rank of a junior college. By proper enactment, the
legislature sanctioned the addition of junior college work, approved by
the Governor on March 17, 1924.
In 1931, Clive E. Murray, nephew of “Alfalfa Bill,” became Murray
State’s longest-serving president, a post he held until 1961. During this
period, enrollment increased despite the Great Depression although the
manpower demands of World War II reduced the student body’s ranks
in 1944. In the postwar years, the college benefitted from the GI Bill
which provided educational benefits to returning veterans.
The Oklahoma Legislature has changed the institution’s name
three times since 1908. In 1955, it became Murray State Agricultural
College and Murray State College of Agriculture and Applied Science in
1967. In 1971, it was removed from the authority of the Board of
Regents for Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges and vested with its
own governing board. It became known as Murray State College in
1972.
Murray State College’s involvement with the University Center of
Southern Oklahoma began in 1974. At this time, the Oklahoma State
Legislature created the University Center of Southern Oklahoma as a
pilot project and it became the state’s first consortium model University
Center. Classes were housed in the Ardmore High School during the
inaugural semester and later moved to Mount Washington School in the
fall of 1974. In 1977, the pilot program was made permanent by state
statute and was placed under the administration of the Office of the
Chancellor for Oklahoma Higher Education.
In the early 1908’s, a new building was constructed on property
belonging to Ardmore School District. After several additions, this is the
current facility used by the University Center of Southern Oklahoma.
Murray State College maintains an office at the University Center of
Southern Oklahoma housing a director, academic and financial aid
advisors and support staff. Also found in Murray State complex is a
testing center, two classrooms and a mathematics laboratory. Five
faculty members are housed at the University Center of Southern
Oklahoma.
At the turn of the twenty-first century, Murray State College served
as a comprehensive community college offering a full range of academic
and technical programs leading to associate degrees and playing an
important and meaningful role in providing educational opportunities and
an enhanced quality of life for the people of southeastern Oklahoma.
MISSION STATEMENT
Murray State College Provides Opportunities for Student Learning,
Personal Growth, Professional Success, and Community Enhancement.
VALUES
A.
Student Success
1. Maximum Development of Student Potential
2. Open Access to Educational Opportunities
3. Commitment to Integrity and Excellence
4. Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders
5. Ethical Behavior
6. An Appreciation of Global Economic Issues and Cultures
B. Employees’ Commitment, Professionalism, and Growth
1. Commitment to Integrity and Excellence
2. A Culture of Positive Attitudes
3. Communication as Key to Being a Successful Institution
4. Ethical Behavior
5. Respect and Appreciation for Diversity
C. Quality Instruction and Service for Students and Communities
1. Commitment to Academic Excellence
2. Safe and Secure Campuses
3. Growing MSC Campuses, Programs, and Services
4. Health and Fitness for Employees, Students, and
Communities
5. Successful Integration of Technology in Student Learning
6. Continuous Improvement
7. Institutional Effectiveness
8. Being Recognized as a Distinguished Institution of Higher
Education
VISION
(A vivid description of MSC in May 2016)
Murray State College has student-centered, open-access
campuses and provides the necessary academic and support services
that foster retention, graduation rates, quality instruction, student
satisfaction, and student success. Our Associate in Applied Science
graduates have well-paid careers, and our Associate in Arts and
Associate in Science graduates are recognized by receiving colleges
and universities for their excellent preparation. MSC maximizes student
potential for life, career, and educational choices.
Murray State College is adaptive to the changing communities of
learners. The College enhances instruction to promote service learning,
workforce training, and dynamic, innovative, and challenging academic
programs within the ten-county service area and beyond. The College
provides resources to promote a healthy campus, global awareness, life
skills, and accommodation of community groups. Qualified faculty
members are involved in ongoing training via up-to-date instructional
resources. Our institution is committed to academic rigor, the promotion
of the arts, economic development, and lifelong learning to foster the
intellectual climate in southern Oklahoma.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Murray State College facilitates employee satisfaction and growth
by providing effective communication, requisite resources, and
employee recognition, advancement, and professional development.
College employees demonstrate professionalism and institutional
commitment.
Murray State College provides access to current technology and
energy-efficient facilities for the campus and community. The College
implements and supports a master plan for multiple locations and is
recognized as a national award-winning rural community college.
GOALS
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Provide programs and resources that meet the needs of our
students and communities.
Provides an environment that facilitates learning and working.
Develop college, economic and community resources.
Advance the college mission, values and vision in our work
areas and in communication with others.
FUNCTIONS
In keeping with the needs and background of its students, the
changing community which the college serves, and the requirements of
our society for its members, the faculty and administration of Murray
State College are dedicated to the accomplishment of the following
functions:
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To provide a comprehensive two-year, post-secondary
educational program to serve the needs of residents of the
south central Oklahoma counties of Atoka, Bryan, Carter,
Coal, Garvin, Johnston, Love, Marshall, Murray, and Pontotoc.
To provide educational programs which give predominant
emphasis to technical and occupational education.
To provide a program of general education which will enable
students to develop the attitudes, knowledge, qualities and
skills necessary for them to be effective as a person, a family
member and a citizen.
To provide educational programs of two years or less for
students who plan to transfer into baccalaureate and
professional programs at four-year institutions.
To provide a program of education for youth and adults whose
previous educational experiences have not prepared them for
achievement at the collegiate level.
To provide the opportunity for academic guidance and
counseling services for all students.
To provide community services to improve the cultural,
economic and social environment of the area served by the
college.
To provide leadership and assistance in economic
development activities to enhance the quality of life in the
service area.
To provide the opportunity for learning environments utilizing
the appropriate technology to enhance instructional delivery
and student learning.
The college makes its physical plant available for the use of
community organizations and supplies the special talents, leadership,
and influence of its professional staff for promoting the economic, civic,
and cultural life of the community.
LOCATION
Murray State College is comprised of two locations. The main
campus is located in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, the county seat of
Johnston County and originally founded as the Capitol of the Chickasaw
Nation. One of the oldest towns in Oklahoma and rich in a background
of historical and cultural associations, Tishomingo has grown as a city of
homes, schools, and churches. With a population that has never
exceeded thirty-five hundred; the town has developed many of the
conveniences of more populous cities without the civic problems that
confront the larger industrial centers. Adding materially to the general
desirability of the town and college is Lake Texoma, one of the largest
man-made lakes in the world. This lake is immediately adjacent to
Tishomingo and the Murray campus, and its location adds to the
possibilities of an already well-known recreation center, besides
providing unlimited opportunities for research in biology and other
related fields. Located on the edge of town is the Tishomingo National
Wildlife Refuge that is home to a diverse population of wildlife, including
migratory waterfowl and songbirds.
The satellite campus is located in Ardmore, Oklahoma at the
University Center of Southern Oklahoma conveniently situated near the
Ardmore High School. Ardmore has rich and diverse recreation
opportunities for outdoor enjoyment at Lake Murray and the local
Arbuckle Mountains. In addition, cultural opportunities are abundant
through local visual and performing arts centers hosting exhibits and
productions from not only local but national artists as well.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Murray State College is prepared to help any business or industry
keep its workforce competitively trained in today's changing
environment. Educational opportunities are available to provide the
skills and knowledge necessary for greater productivity and efficiency.
These opportunities range from management training to employee skill
training.
Murray State College is eager to develop business and educational
partnerships to assist businesses or industries as they meet the
challenges of the 22nd century. Anyone interested in starting a business
or industry, changing locations, expanding, or adding new product lines
or services should contact the Economic Development Specialist at 580371-2371, Extension 113.
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Our mission is to provide both formal and informal programs of
study especially designed for adults and out-of-school youth in order to
serve the community generally with a continuing education opportunity.
The Continuing Education program responds to the educational,
economic, cultural, and social needs and desires of local residents,
including all ages and interest groups. Courses, classes and seminars
are held both on and off campus to meet varied interests in the service
area. Employment and business related courses as well as personal
enrichment courses are emphasized.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Contact the Continuing Education Facilitator at 580-371-2371,
Extension 137, for more information or to be placed on the mailing list
for brochures.
WEB SITE
Current and future students can find information on Financial Aid,
Academics, Athletics, the MSC Foundation, Alumni, continuing
education, current events and much, more at www.mscok.edu.
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Murray State College, in compliance with Title VI of the civil Rights Act
of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other
federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, gender, sex, age, religion, handicap, or status as
veteran in any of its policies, practices, procedures, education
programs, or activities. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions,
employment, financial aid, and educational services. Compliance
responsibilities regarding Section 504 and Title IX of the Education
Amendments Act of 1972 are assigned to and maintained by:
Shawn A. Wakefield-AVP of Institutional Effectiveness/Chief Information
Officer
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE
One Murray Campus
Tishomingo, OK 73460
580.371.2371 ext.118
[email protected]
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ADMISSIONS
A prospective first-time student or a student who has ceased
enrollment for at least one regular (fall/spring) semester applies for
admission or readmission by downloading the application located
at www.mscok.edu. Complete the application, print and return to the
Admissions/Registrar’s Office on the Tishomingo campus or at the MSC
Suite in Ardmore.
FIRST-TIME ENTERING STUDENTS
First-Time Entering Student applicants are responsible for
submitting to the Admissions Office the appropriate documents as listed
below:
1. A completed Application for Admission (www.mscok.edu).
2. An official high school transcript with graduation date or a
document verifying completion of GED. (Note: To be
admissible with GED, the student’s high school class must
have graduated.)
3. National ACT (American College Test) or SAT (Scholastic
Aptitude Test) scores if student is under 21 years of age.
4. COMPASS test scores for students who did not score 19 or
higher in the National ACT sub-score areas or who did not
participate in the National ACT or SAT. The COMPASS is a
standardized assessment administered on the Tishomingo or
Ardmore campuses.
5. Documentation of vaccinations against hepatitis B, measles,
mumps and rubella (MMR).
First-time entering students who did not complete high school or
GED may be admissible under the Special Adult Admission criteria.
Only one Residual ACT will be accepted. National ACT scores are
preferred.
Students pursuing admission to Associate in Arts, Associate in
Science or Associate in Applied Science degree programs may not
count developmental/remedial courses used to make up high school
deficiencies toward satisfaction of degree program requirements.
HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS
(Applicable to students under 21 years of age)
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education require the
following high school curricular requirements:
4 UNITS LANGUAGE ARTS (1 unit of Grammar and Composition and 3
units of literature, advanced English or other English courses)
3 UNITS MATHEMATICS (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry,
Math Analysis, Calculus, Advanced Placement Statistics)
3 UNITS SCIENCE (1 unit of Biology and 2 units in the areas of life, physical
or earth science)
3 UNITS SOCIAL STUDIES (1 unit of United States History, ½ to 1 unit of
United States Government, ½ unit of Oklahoma History, and ½ to 1 additional
units from the subjects of History, Economics, Geography, Government, NonWestern Culture
2 UNITS ARTS (May include, but not limited to Visual Arts and General Music)
8 UNITS ELECTIVES
23 TOTAL REQUIRED UNITS (A Unit equals one year of high school study.)
Students under 21 years of age and lacking curricular requirements
are admissible into Associate in Arts and Associate in Science
programs, but must remove the deficiencies by: 1) demonstrated
competency though the National ACT or secondary assessment; or, 2)
successful completion of remedial courses (0-level courses) within the
first 24 credit hours attempted.
These requirements are also applicable to students in Associate in
Applied Science programs with the provision that if collegiate level work
in a particular discipline is not required in the degree program, the
student is exempted from removing the high school curricular
requirement deficiency. Students admitted to AAS programs may not
transfer into AA or AS programs without first completing the high school
curricular deficiencies.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Transfer Student applicants are responsible for submitting to the
Admissions Office the appropriate documents as listed below:
2. An official transcript from every previous college attended.
Transfer credit is granted only to credits awarded by an
accredited institution and is subject to the approval of the
Registrar. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in
disqualification of financial aid.
3. If the student cannot demonstrate readiness for college-level
course work in English, math, science and reading, the
following is required:
a. National ACT (American College Test) or SAT
(Scholastic Aptitude Test) scores if student is under 21
years of age.
b. COMPASS test scores for students who did not
score 19 or higher in the National ACT sub-score
areas or who did not participate in the National ACT
or SAT.
The COMPASS is a standardized
assessment administered on campus or at the
University Center of Oklahoma.
4. Documentation of vaccinations against hepatitis B, measles,
Only one Residual ACT will be accepted. National ACT scores are
preferred.
RESIDENT TRANSFER ADMISSION
An Oklahoma State System student who wishes to transfer to
Murray State College may do so by meeting the high school curricular
requirements and by the following:
1. The student must have a grade point average high enough to
meet Murray State College's retention standards.
2. The student must have been in good standing in the institution
from which he/she plans to transfer.
3. Also required is validation of transferred credit based on
satisfactory progress (an average grade of "C" or better) for at
least one semester at Murray State College.
Students suspended from another state system institution, who
would otherwise qualify for admission to the reinstating institution, may
be admitted to Murray State College on probation. Students admitted
under this provision must maintain a 2.0 grade point average or meet
the minimum standard required or be suspended again.
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NONRESIDENT TRANSFER ADMISSION
A student wishing to transfer to Murray State College from an outof-state college or university may do so by meeting the high school
curricular requirements and by the following:
1. The nonresident applicant must be in good standing in the
institution from which he/she plans to transfer.
2. The nonresident applicant must have made satisfactory
progress (an average grade of "C: or better) in the institution
from which he/she plans to transfer.
3. Also required is validation of transferred credit based on
satisfactory progress (an average grade of "C" or better) for at
least one full-time semester at Murray State College.
Transcripts of record from colleges or universities accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission or other regional associations will be given
full value. Transcripts of record from institutions not accredited by a
regional association may be accepted in transfer when appropriate to
the student's degree program and when the receiving institution has had
an opportunity to validate the courses or programs.
4.
5.
To be eligible for concurrent enrollment, a high school
JUNIOR* must:
1.
2.
TRANSFER PROBATION CATEGORY
Students transferring to Murray State College who have been
placed on academic probation at their transferring institution or whose
grade point average does not meet MSC academic standards may be
admitted on probation with the stipulation that the students must
maintain a 2.0 retention GPA each semester while on probation or raise
their retention/graduation GPA to the required academic standard.
Students who fail to do so will be placed on academic suspension.
Any transfer probation student requiring remediation must address
the remediation within the first 12 credit hours in which enrolled. MSC
will provide appropriate academic support services to assist transferred
probation students in achieving academic success.
HIGH SCHOOL CONCURRENT STUDENTS
To be eligible for concurrent enrollment, a high school
SENIOR* must:
1.
2.
3.
Have participated in the National American College Testing
(ACT) program and scored a minimum composite of 19 or the
equivalent on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or have a
high school non-weighted GPA of 3.0.
Have a minimum sub-score of 19 on the National ACT (or
equivalent SAT) before being allowed to enroll in a college
level course in the sub-score subject area. For example:
• 19 in the English National ACT sub-score to enroll in
English courses;
• 19 in the Math National ACT sub-score to enroll in math
courses;
• 19 in the Science National ACT sub-score to enroll in
science courses; and
• 19 in the Reading National ACT sub-score area to enroll
in other college courses
Be eligible to satisfy requirements for graduation from high
school (including curricular requirements for college
admission) no later than the spring of the senior year, as
stated by the high school principal.
Have a workload of no more than the equivalent of 19
semester credit hours in a regular semester (1/2 high school
unit equals 3 college semester credit hours).
Have the signed approval of the high school principal, signed
recommendation of the high school counselor, and the signed
permission of the parent/legal guardian.
3.
4.
5.
Have participated in the National American College Testing
(ACT) program and scored a minimum composite of 21 or the
equivalent on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or have a
high school non-weighted GPA of 3.5.
Have a minimum sub-score of 19 on the National ACT (or
equivalent SAT) before being allowed to enroll in a college
level course in the sub-score subject area. For example:
• 19 in the English National ACT sub-score to enroll in
English courses;
• 19 in the Math National ACT sub-score to enroll in math
courses;
• 19 in the Science National ACT sub-score to enroll in
science courses; and
• 19 in the Reading National ACT sub-score area to enroll
in other college courses
Be eligible to satisfy requirements for graduation from high
school (including curricular requirements for college
admission) no later than the spring of the senior year, as
stated by the high school principal.
Have a workload of no more than the equivalent of 19
semester credit hours in a regular semester (1/2 high school
unit equals 3 college semester credit hours).
Have the signed approval of the high school principal, signed
recommendation of the high school counselor, and the signed
permission of the parent/legal guardian.
*Note: A student receiving home-school instruction is considered a
senior at 17 years of age or older and a junior at 16 years of age. Their
eligibility criteria are based only on National ACT (or SAT) scores. High
school GPA does not apply .
Concurrent enrollment must include opportunities for high school
students to achieve college credit through a collegiate experience. The
collegiate experience is evidenced by the rigor of the course, the
qualifications of the personnel delivering the course, and the student's
readiness for college. The college experience is present in four
environments:
1. High school students enrolled on a college or university
campus in a course with collegiate students enrolled;
2. High school students enrolled at an off-campus site in a
course that originates on campus with collegiate students
enrolled;
3. High school students enrolled in a course with collegiate
students enrolled at an established off-campus site with a
regular program of student (defined as at least one Associate
of Arts, Associate of Science, or Baccalaureate degree); and,
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4.
High school students enrolled at other off-campus sites and
taught by regular faculty whose primary employment is as a
faculty member at the institution delivering the course.
Exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
A high school student admitted under the provisions set forth may
enroll in a combined number of high school and college courses per
semester not to exceed a full-time college workload of 19 semestercredit-hours. A student who is otherwise eligible under this policy may
enroll in a maximum of 9 semester-credit-hours during a summer
session or term at Murray State College without the necessity of being
concurrently enrolled in high school classes during the summer term.
For purposes of calculating workload, one-half high school unit shall be
equivalent to 3 semester-credit-hours of college work. Students wishing
to exceed this limit may petition Murray State College. The appropriate
institutional officials will evaluate the student's academic performance
and potential for success in determining the student's load, which may
not exceed the number of semester-credit-hours 50 percent greater than
the number of weeks in the applicable semester/term. MSC should
provide appropriate academic advising prior to and continuing
throughout the student's enrollment.
The completion of the high school curricular requirements shall not
be required of concurrently enrolled high school students for purposes
of admission. (Students may only enroll in curricular areas where the
student has met the National ACT requirements for college placement.)
There is no secondary assessment for concurrent high school students
who do not meet the National ACT or SAT criteria. Concurrently
admitted high school students will not be allowed to enroll in any zero
level courses offered by Murray State College designed to remove high
school deficiencies.
A high school student concurrently enrolled in college courses may
continue concurrent enrollment in subsequent semesters if she/he
achieves a college cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above on a
4.0 scale. Following high school graduation, a student who has been
concurrently enrolled as a high school student may be admitted to the
original institution of concurrent enrollment or another institution in the
State System if the student meets the entrance requirements of the
receiving institution, including the high school curriculum requirements,
and subject to the State Regents' retention standards. Students
enrolled concurrently are not eligible for financial aid.
All other students not qualified by grade level as specified might be
considered for full enrollment or concurrent enrollment under the
Opportunity Admissions Category.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
Students who need an I-20 issued in order to obtain a visa to enter
the United States must submit the following:
1. A completed Application for Admission.
2. A certified MSC Financial Guarantee for International
Students form.
3. Official report of TOEFL or other eligible documentation (for
students for whom English is a Second Language). For
minimum TOEFL scores, please see the Policy Statement on
Admission of Students for Whom English is a Second
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Language.
A high school transcript with graduation date or a document
verifying completion of GED. Documents must be translated
in English. (Note: To be admissible with GED, the student’s
high school class must have graduated.)
If no previous college, National ACT (American College Test)
or SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) scores if student is under 21
years of age.
COMPASS test scores for students who did not score 19 or
higher in the National ACT sub-score areas or who did not
participate in the National ACT or SAT. The COMPASS is a
standardized assessment administered on campus or at the
University Center of Southern Oklahoma.
If applicable, an official transcript (translated in English) from
every previous college attended.
Documentation of vaccinations against hepatitis B, measles,
All non-U.S. citizens must meet criteria as listed in the Policy
Statement on Admission of Students for Whom English is a Second
Language. Please contact the Admission/Registrar’s Office at (580)
371-2371 ext. 108 for more information regarding admission for
International Students.
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE
After the Admission/Registrar’s Office receives the on-line
application for admission, students will receive notification of admission
status.
STUDENTS NOT IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING
Any acceptance of admission for students who have been placed
on academic probation or academic suspension either at MSC or
another college/university are readmitted on academic probation.
Students admitted on academic probation must meet the minimum
retention requirement or be academically suspended. This minimum
requirement is either (a) the next semester’s retention GPA of 2.00, or
(b) 1.7 retention GPA with 0-30 hours attempted, or (c) 2.00 retention
GPA with 31+ hours attempted. Students admitted on academic
probation must meet the minimum retention requirement or be
academically suspended.
IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Oklahoma Statutes, Title 70 §3244, requires that all students who
enroll as a full-time or part-time student in an Oklahoma public or private
postsecondary institution provide documentation of vaccinations against
hepatitis B, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).
The statute permits that when the vaccine is medically
contraindicated and a licensed physician has signed a written statement
to that effect, such student shall be exempt from the vaccination.
Further, the statute permits a student or if the student is a minor, the
student’s parent or other legal representative, to sign a written waiver
stating that the administration of the vaccine conflict with the student’s
moral or religious tenets. The verification of vaccinations is required by
law and all students must comply prior to enrollment with an Oklahoma
institution or be one of the exempted categories listed.
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SPECIAL ADULT ADMISSION
Students who meet the following criteria are eligible for admittance
under the Special Adult Admission policy.
1. Students 21 years of age and older.
2. Students on active military duty.
3. Non-high school graduates whose high school class has
graduated and who have participated in the ACT or SAT.
Students admitted by the special adult admission policy must agree
to:
1. Participate in standardized testing for assessment of their
ability.
2. Be enrolled in course work appropriate to their abilities as
determined through assessments.
3. Participate in all academic support services (tutorial, media,
writing lab, etc.) indicated as necessary by assessment and
advisement.
4. Participate in regularly scheduled advisement sessions with
an academic adviser.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY ADMISSION
Any student who has not graduated from high school but has
earned a composite ACT score of 32 or combined verbal and
mathematics SAT score of 1410 may apply for special opportunity
admission. Admissibility determination will be based on test scores,
evaluation of the student’s level of maturity and ability to function in the
adult college environment, and whether the experience will be in the
best interest of the student both intellectually and socially. Students
admitted by the special opportunity admission policy may be required to
participate in regularly scheduled advisement sessions with an
academic advisor.
OKLAHOMA RESIDENCY INFORMATION
Under policy by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education,
a resident of Oklahoma is defined as one who has continuously lived in
Oklahoma for at least 12 months as a permanent resident and not
primarily as a student. The legal residence of a dependent person is the
residence of: the parent who has legal custody, the parent with whom
the student habitually resides, or the legal guardian.
Continuous and long-term attendance at a university or college
does not establish in-state status. Unless residency has been
established in another state, a student who resided in Oklahoma at the
time of graduation from an Oklahoma high school and has resided in the
state with a parent or guardian for the two years prior to graduation from
high school will be eligible for resident tuition and scholarships or
financial aid provided by the state.
Students may be classified as in-state if they meet the following
criteria: 1) individuals and their dependents who can document full-time
active military duty and are stationed in; or 2) a nonresident who marries
an already established resident of Oklahoma with documentation of
marriage and proof of domicile.
Any student presenting a transcript of credit from a high school,
college, university, or other educational institution outside the State of
Oklahoma will be assumed to be a non-resident student.
Persons who can provide evidence of coming to Oklahoma to
establish residence may request a change in the charging of nonresident fees to be effective at the next enrollment period. Students
may apply in the Financial Aid Office for a scholarship to waive
nonresident fees. For individuals who can document a residence in a
Texas County that borders Oklahoma, the scholarship is automatic (per
MSC agreement with Texas). For other non-residents, the scholarship
is automatic only the first semester of attendance at MSC with
subsequent renewal based on established GPA criteria.
The burden of proof for in-state status rests with the student.
Residency is a matter of intent and each case will be judged on its own
merit by such intent. It is the responsibility of each student to raise with
the Registrar’s Office any possible question of the right to resident
status for purposes of attending a state institution of higher education.
Approval for change in status will be effective for the following semester.
OTHER ADMISSION INFORMATION
Murray State College takes into consideration the following nonacademic criteria in admitting first-time or transfer students:
1. Whether applicants have been expelled, suspended, denied
admission or readmission by any other college or university.
2. Whether applicants have been convicted of a felony or a
misdemeanor involving violence or drug abuse. (See Criminal
Activity Disclosure)
Murray State College reserves the right to refuse admission or
readmission to any applicant who does not comply with admissions
requirements or when evidence exists that the applicant would be
incompatible with the aims and objectives of the College, or when, in the
judgment of the College officials, the applicant's presence on campus
would not be in the best interest of the applicant or the College.
Applicants who are denied admission may make a written appeal to
the Admissions and Appeal Committee through the Registrar.
CRIMINAL ACTIVITY DISCLOSURE
Murray State College is committed to maintaining a safe
environment for all members of the College community. As part of this
commitment, Murray State College requires applicants who have been
convicted of a felony or who have engaged in behavior that has resulted
in injury to person(s) or personal property to disclose this information as
a mandatory step in the application process. Previous conduct or
record of a previous conviction does not automatically bar admission to
the College, but does require review.
Complete disclosure must be made at the time of application for
admission. Failure to disclose convictions and/or previous conduct can
result in denial for admissions. Information to be submitted should
include: a brief explanation, location (city, state, country) of conviction or
previous conduct, dates and court disposition. Written documentation
should be presented to Murray State College, Registrar, One Murray
Campus, Tishomingo, OK 73460. This statement must also include a
grant of permission to Murray State College for complete access to any
criminal records.
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Violent and sexual convictions or previous conduct are
automatically sent for committee review. Applicants may request a
review of the committee’s decision by written appeal to the Admissions
and Appeal Committee.
HOME STUDY OR UNACCREDITED HIGH SCHOOLS
An individual who is a graduate of private, parochial, or other
nonpublic high school that is not accredited by a recognized accrediting
agency is eligible for admission to an institution in the State System as
follows:
1. Student has participated in the National ACT or SAT, and
2. Student’s high school class of peers has graduated, and
3. Student must satisfy the curricular requirements set forth.
An individual may also be eligible for provisional admission under
this category by presenting a GED certificate, National ACT scores, and
satisfying the high school curricular requirements.
ENTRY-LEVEL ASSESSMENT AND PLACEMENT
Individual National ACT sub-scores in English, Math, and Science
must be 19 or higher in order for students to be eligible to take collegelevel courses in those areas. The Reading National ACT sub-score
must be 19 or higher to take college-level courses.
Students scoring less than 19 in the above National ACT sub-score
areas may take a secondary test (the COMPASS) to demonstrate
readiness for college-level courses. Students who score less than the
minimum cut score on the COMPASS will be required to successfully
complete zero level courses to remediate skill deficiencies within the
first 24 credit hours attempted.
POLICY STATEMENT ON ADMISSION OF STUDENTS FOR
WHOM ENGLISH IS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Students seeking enrollment at Murray State College must meet
the admission standards in the "Policy Statement on Admission To,
Retention In, and Transfer Among Colleges and Universities of the State
System" and must present evidence of proficiency in the English
language prior to admission, either as first-time students or by transfer
from another college or university. The intent of this policy is to ensure
that students have a reasonable chance of success based on their
ability to comprehend, read, and write the English language. Students
must demonstrate their competency in English by meeting one of the
standards detailed below. Institutions may not waive this admission
requirement as part of the alternative admissions category of admission
within the State Regents general policy on admission.
1. First-Time Undergraduate Students:
a. Score 500 or higher (paper-based) or 173 or higher
(computer-based) or 61 or higher (internet-based) on the
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)1, or
score 6.0 or higher on the International English
Language Testing System (IELTS) examination.
b. Score 460 or higher (paper-based) or 140 or higher
(computer-based)or 48 or higher (internet-based) on the
TOEFL test administered at a special testing center or an
international testing center, or score 5.0 or higher on the
2.
IELTS Examination. In addition, after achieving the
required score, and immediately prior to admission,
successfully complete a minimum of 12 weeks of study at
an Intensive English Program approved by the State
Regents. At least two-thirds of the 12 weeks must be
instruction at an advanced level.
c. Successfully complete the high school core requirements
in or graduate from a high school where English is the
primary language in a country where English is the
primary language and demonstrate competency through
the “Remediation of High School Curricular Deficiencies
Policy.”
Undergraduate Transfer Students2:
a. Attend an accredited United States college or university
for a minimum of 24 semester credit hours with passing
grades and meeting other transfer requirements.
1Results of TOEFL
taken at International Testing Centers and Special Testing Centers will
be accepted at all State System colleges and universities. Results of TOEFL administered
at Institutional Testing Centers shall not be accepted by colleges and universities other
than the administering institution.
2Transfer student: Any undergraduate student with greater than six attempted credit
hours, excluding remedial (0-level courses) or pre-college work and excluding credit hours
accumulated by concurrently enrolled high school students.
TECHNOLOGY CENTER ADMISSIONS
Technology Center applicants are responsible for submitting to the
Admissions Office the appropriate documents as listed below:
Adult:
1.
2.
3.
A completed Application for Admission (www.mscok.edu).
An official high school transcript with graduation date or a
document verifying completion of GED. (Note: To be
admissible with GED, the student’s high school class must
have graduated.)
Alliance Statement of Understanding for Adult Students.
High School:
2. A current official high school transcript.
3. Alliance Statement of Understanding for High School
Students.
SPECIFIC PROGRAM ADMISSIONS
Please note that admission to Murray State College does not
guarantee admission to the specific programs of Gunsmithing, Nursing,
Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant or
Veterinary Technology.
Those programs have a separate application process with additional
admission criteria.
ADMISSION TO THE GUNSMITHING PROGRAM
In order to apply to the Gunsmithing Program all applicants must
meet MSC admission requirements, and they must also meet the
following requirements:
1. Satisfactory personal interview, and
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2.
Background check required by Federal Law. Persons with
felony convictions or drug convictions are not eligible.
All applicants must submit a brief biography and work history.
4.
The admission procedures are:
1. Submit a Murray State College application to the Registrar’s
Office. (www.mscok.edu)
2. Submit to the Registrar’s Office all of the following and request
a copy be sent to the Gunsmithing Program Director;
a. High school transcript or equivalent, and
b. If under 21 years of age, official National ACT score
report, and
c. College transcript, if applicable.
6.
3.
After completing the general college admission process, the
applicant for the gunsmithing program must follow these additional
application procedures:
1. Submit to the Gunsmithing Program Director:
a. Application for Admission to Gunsmithing Program, and
b. Authority for Release of Information (for background
check).
Contact the Gunsmithing Program Director for forms and additional
information. The recommended date for completion of the total
admissions process is May 31.
ADMISSION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM
In order to apply to the Nursing Program all applicants must meet
MSC admission requirements, and they must also meet the following
requirements:
1. One year of high school chemistry with a grade of B or higher
or one semester of college chemistry, with a grade of C or
higher, as a prerequisite for the science classes.
2. A National ACT composite score of 19 or above with an
overall retention GPA of 2.5 or better is required. If National
ACT composite score is less than 19, retention GPA must be
3.0 or greater. If math sub-score is less than 19, a math
course to correct deficiency will be required for enrollment into
the nursing program.
1. Submit a Murray State College application to the Registrar's
2. Submit to the Registrar's Office all of the following and request
a copy be sent to the Nursing Office.
a. Official National ACT score report, and
b. High school transcript or equivalent, and
c. College transcript, if applicable.
After completing the general college admission process, the
applicant for the nursing program must follow these additional
application procedures:
1. Attend a Nursing Program Admission Class conducted by the
Nursing Program Director.
2. Complete a Nursing Application and submit to the Nursing
Office.
3. Complete an application test with a score of 75 or higher.
5.
All general education courses applicable to the Nursing
Program curriculum must have grades of C or higher.
All mid-term grades used for the point system for admission to
the program must be a C or higher.
Applications for the Nursing Program are taken one time per
year with a deadline of the last Friday in February.
Applicants are evaluated in relation to the entire applicant pool.
Those meeting the criteria at the highest level will be selected.
Applicants who are accepted into the nursing program but do not enroll
for the designated class must reapply if admission at a later time is
desired. Students who do not complete the first nursing course for any
reason and desire to be considered for a later class will be reconsidered
in relation to the entire applicant pool.
The Murray State College Nursing Program is approved by the
Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Graduates of this state-approved program
are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensure Examination
(NCLEX) for (registered or practical) nurses. Applicants for Oklahoma
licensure must meet all state and federal requirements to hold an
Oklahoma license to practice nursing. In addition to completing a stateapproved nursing education program that meets educational
requirements and successfully passing the licensure examination,
requirements include submission of an application for licensure, a
criminal history records search, and evidence of citizenship or qualified
alien status. Applicants for practical nurse licensure must also hold a
high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree (G.E.D.) [59 O.S.
§567.5 & 567.6]. To be granted a license, an applicant must have the
legal right to be in the United States (United States Code Chapter 8,
Section 1621). In addition, Oklahoma law only allows a license to be
issued to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and legal permanent resident
aliens. Other qualified aliens may be issued a temporary license that is
valid until the expiration of their visa status, or if there is no expiration
date, for one year. Applicants who are qualified aliens must present, in
person, valid documentary evidence of:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
A valid, unexpired immigrant or nonimmigrant visa status for
admission into the United States;
A pending or approved application for asylum in the United
States;
Admission into the United States in refugee status;
A pending or approved application for temporary protected
status in the United States;
Approved deferred action status; or
A pending application for adjustment of status to legal
permanent resident status or conditional resident status.
The Board has the right to deny a license to an individual with a
history of criminal background, disciplinary action on another healthrelated license or certification, or judicial declaration of mental
incompetence [59 O.S. §567.8]. These cases are considered on an
individual basis at the time application for licensure is made, with the
exception of felony charges. An individual with a felony conviction
cannot apply for licensure for at least five years after completion of all
sentencing terms, including probation and suspended sentences, unless
a presidential or gubernatorial pardon is received [59 O.S. §567.5 &
567.6].
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ADMISSION TO THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
ASSISTANT PROGRAM
In order to apply to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program all
applicants must meet MSC admission requirements, and they must also
meet the following requirements:
1. One year of High School Chemistry with a grade of “C” or
higher or one semester of College Chemistry.
2. Enhanced National ACT composite score of 19 or above and
sub-scores of 19 or above. Deficiency in sub-scores can be
removed by taking appropriate courses. *
3. A grade point average of at least 2.5 on all completed college
course work with a grade of “C” or higher in prerequisite
classes. The biological and behavioral sciences must be
taken within 10 years of anticipated year of graduation from
the OTA program.
* If #2 above cannot be met, deficiencies may be removed by achieving
at least a 3.0 GPA in college credit hours applicable to the OTA degree.
a copy to be sent to the OTA Office.
c. College transcript.
The following additional application procedures for the OTA
program must be followed after completing the general college
admission process:
1. Attend a OTA Admission Orientation conducted by the OTA
Director. These orientation sessions consist of approximately
1-hour small group orientation to the application process.
Please call the OTA program and reserve a place in one of
these classes that are held several times in the spring of each
year.
2. Complete a minimum of 20 hours of observation of an
occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
Documentation of all observation is completed on the Clinical
Observation Form and returned to the program by the
OTR/COTA’s observed.
3. Complete a OTA application and submit to the OTA Office
prior to the last Friday in April.
4. Submit a health history form.
Applicants who are accepted into the OTA program but do not enroll for
the designated class must reapply if admission at a later time if desired.
Students who do not complete the first semester OTA courses for any
reason will be considered (if desired) for a later class on an individual
basis and/or as space is available.
The total admissions process must be completed by the last Friday
in May.
ADMISSION TO THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
PROGRAM
In order to apply to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program all
applicants must meet MSC admission requirements, and they must also
1. One year of High School Chemistry with a grade of “C” or
higher or one semester of College Chemistry.
2. Enhanced National ACT composite score of 19 or above and
sub-scores of 19 or above. Deficiency in sub-scores can be
removed by taking appropriate courses. *
3. A grade point average of at least 2.5 on all completed college
course work with a grade of “C” or higher in prerequisite
classes. The biological and behavioral sciences must be
taken within 10 years of anticipated year of graduation from
the PTA program.
4. Physical and mental requirements (available from PTA
Director).
* If #2 above cannot be met, deficiencies may be removed by achieving
at least a 3.0 GPA in college credit hours applicable to the PTA degree.
a copy be sent to the PTA Office.
c. College transcript.
The following additional application procedures for the PTA
program must be followed after completing the general college
admission process:
1. Attend a PTA Admission Orientation conducted by the PTA
Director. These orientation sessions consist of approximately
1-hour small group orientation to the application process.
Please call the PTA program and reserve a place in one of
these classes that are held several times in February and
March of each year.
2. Complete a minimum of 16 hours of observation of a physical
therapist or physical therapist assistant in a clinical facility that
provides physical therapy. In addition to the 16 hours of
required observation, (4 x 8 hours = 32 hours) is encouraged
to gain additional points in the application process.
Documentation of all observation is completed on the Clinical
Observation Form and returned to the program by the PT/PTA
who was observed.
3. Complete a PTA application and submit to the PTA Office
prior to the last Friday in April.
4. Submit a health history form.
Applicants who are accepted into the PTA program but do not enroll for
the designated class must reapply if admission at a later time is desired.
Students who do not complete the first semester PTA courses for any
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reason will be considered (if desired) for a later class on an individual
basis and/or as space is available.
The total admissions process must be completed by the last Friday
in April.
Students accepted in the Veterinary Technology Program are
required to attend Veterinary Technology Orientation which will be
scheduled during the week prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
ADMISSION TO THE VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAM
Applicants who are accepted into the Veterinary Technology Program
but do not enroll for the designated class must reapply if admission at a
later time is desired. Students failing to satisfactorily complete any
Veterinary Technology course must apply for readmission to the
Program and will be evaluated, at that time, in relation to the current
applicant pool. Priority is given to complete applications received prior
to March 15.
Veterinary Technology Program applicants must meet MSC
admission requirements, and preference is given to students who meet
the following requirements:
1.
Enhanced National ACT composite score of 19 or above.
2.
Enhanced National ACT math score of 19 or above or MTH
0403.
3.
Enhanced National ACT reading score of 19 or higher or ENG
0103 or ENG 0203.
Students who do not meet the requirements listed above may be
admitted to the program with approval of the Admissions Committee or
by achieving at least a 2.5 GPA in a minimum of 18 college credit hours
(including Beginning Algebra or higher math). Students who are not
accepted for admission are encouraged to complete VA1103 and VA
1203 prior to reapplication for admission to the program. Students
holding an A.S. (or higher) degree may be granted admission to the
program by permission of the Program Director.
Applicants must first complete MSC admission procedures:
1. Submit a Murray State College application to the Registrar’s
2. Submit to the Registrar’s Office all of the following:
b. Official high school transcript or equivalent, and
c. Official college transcript (from each college attended), if
applicable.
In addition to MSC admission procedures, Veterinary Technology
Program applicants must also:
1. Submit a completed Veterinary Technology Application to the
Veterinary Technology office (VT 100), which should include
unofficial copies of high school transcript or equivalent and
unofficial college transcript from each college attended.
2. Priority is given to complete applications received prior to
March 15th.
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FINANCIAL AID
INFORMATION
Scholarship and financial aid programs at Murray State College
are designed to provide either partial or full support in helping families
meet college costs. Help is available in the form of grants, work-study
jobs, scholarships, and loans. Scholarships are awarded to students of
high academic achievement, special talent, and/or need.
The Financial Aid Office will package financial aid from all
programs available up to a student's calculated need. Students should,
therefore, make application for the entire package of federal, state and
college-sponsored programs rather than specific kinds of federal
financial aid. If a student is approved for credit by MSC for enrollment
in a program of study abroad, federal financial assistance may be
available.
HOW TO APPLY
The application process is as follows:
1. Fill out the application forms. Complete the signature page
by providing a PIN. No fee is charged to complete the
FAFSA or Renewal Application. Financial aid applicants must
apply for admission to the college. Academic transcripts from
all schools previously attended must be submitted to the MSC
Registrar's Office. All of this should be done as soon after
January 1 as possible to be considered for all types of aid.
2.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Federal and state financial aid programs require that a student
show financial need. Students must complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to establish financial aid eligibility.
If the SAR shows that the student has been selected for
verification, the student and parent (if dependent) must
transfer tax data from the IRS or submit a federal tax return
transcript. In addition, a student must also submit a
completed Verification Worksheet which may be obtained at
the MSC Financial Aid Office or online at www.mscok.edu
(see Downloadable forms link of Financial Aid Section).
The FAFSA may be completed on the Internet at the following
address – www.fafsa.gov. Other documents, such as a federal tax
return transcript, may be required and will be requested as needed.
WHEN TO APPLY
Students should apply for financial aid and scholarships as early
as possible. Applications for scholarships are usually available from the
high school counselor or the Financial Aid Office in early January. An
email will be sent in January to students who applied for Federal Aid the
previous year reminding the student to complete the online FAFSA
renewal application. On renewal applications, students will only have to
correct the pre-printed information that has changed, such as income.
Students must complete the renewal application or the FAFSA, but not
both. The FAFSA or renewal application should be completed as soon
as possible but not before January 1. Even a student who does not
think he/she needs financial aid or will not qualify, should still apply for
aid. Many scholarships, work programs, and outside sources of aid
such as Tribal funds, WIA, etc. require that a student apply for aid even
though the student may not qualify for need based-aid.
Scholarships.
For maximum consideration to receive a
scholarship from Murray State College, all applications and necessary
documentation should be received in the Financial Aid Office by the
March 15 priority deadline.
Federal Student Aid Programs. To receive priority consideration
for financial aid, students must be sure that all forms and applications,
including the results of the FAFSA (Student Aid Reports or ISIRS) are
received by the Financial Aid Office by March 1 prior to the following fall
semester for which funding is desired. Students must complete the
form online at www.fafsa.gov and provide an electronic signature by
applying for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov.
Students are encouraged to apply even if they miss the March 1
priority deadline since limited funding may be available.
In 2-3 weeks the student will receive a Student Aid Report
(SAR) from the processor. Review the received SAR. It is
important to follow all instructions. If the SAR requires
corrections, contact the Financial Aid Office for assistance.
The FAO will receive the SAR electronically if the student
listed MSC (code 003158) on the application and may be able
to receive or correct a student's SAR electronically. Contact
the Financial Aid Office for details.
If the SAR is not accurate, corrections must be made and the
application is no longer considered complete. To process
corrections electronically, the MSC FAO must have received
signed documentation verifying the data elements requiring
corrections.
3.
The priority deadline for applying for federal and state aid is
March 1. A complete and accurate financial aid file by March
1 provides the best opportunity of being considered for all
types of aid. In order for aid to be processed by the fall
semester, a student should have his/her financial aid file
completed by June 15. In most cases, a student must submit
the application to the Financial Aid Office while still enrolled,
attending classes, and eligible for payment. If a student must
withdraw from school or if the application cannot be
completed before the last day of the semester, contact the
Financial Aid Office for specific information.
4.
The Financial Aid Advisor will review a student's application
when all required documents have been submitted. Files are
reviewed in chronological order based on the date the last
requested document was received. It typically takes 3-4
weeks from the date the student submits all required
documents to complete the review process. If the Advisor
determines that additional information is required to
determine eligibility, a letter will be sent to the student. A
student must respond as soon as possible to requests for
additional information. If additional information is requested
or corrections are required, the financial aid application
becomes incomplete until the information is received and
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corrections are processed. The file will again be reviewed in
chronological order based on the date additional
documentation is received.
5.
When the student's file is complete and accurate, the
Financial Aid Office will send the student an award letter
estimating eligibility. These awards are tentative since the
Financial Aid Office must determine that additional eligibility
requirements are met once the student has been admitted
and enrolled.
MSC WEB SITE
Murray State College’s web site www.mscok.edu also has helpful
information on the types of aid available, applying for aid, downloadable
forms, condition of awards, disbursement policies, satisfactory
academic progress policy, consortium agreements, completing the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), sources of outside
assistance, etc. The Financial Aid section contains links to the
following:
1. FAFSA on the Web
2. Applying for a PIN on the web (allows electronic signature
and electronic access)
3. On-line Entrance Counseling for Student Loans
4. On-line Exit Counseling for Student Loans
5. On-line Promissory Note for Student Loans
6. FastWeb – a nationwide scholarship search site
7. U.S. Army
8. Ombudsman for Student Loans
9. Chickasaw Education Services
10. NSLDS – National Student Loan Data System
11. Financial Literacy Counseling
THE STUDENT’S AWARD
An award letter will be mailed to the student as soon as possible
after all application forms and necessary documentation are received
by the Financial Aid Office and the file is complete and accurate. The
award letter indicates the types and amounts of aid awarded. If a
student has a calculated financial need, it will probably be met by a
combination of several types of aid. A typical aid package may consist
of a scholarship, Federal Pell Grant, Federal Work Study, and Federal
Loans. Award letters need not be returned. The Financial Aid Office
assumes the student will accept all grants, work-study, scholarships,
and outside aid unless the student notifies us in writing that he/she is
declining the aid awarded. Students must submit a completed Loan
Request Form before student loans will be processed. Students
receiving award letters by email are required to view the awards on the
web and review conditions of the awards, award notice instructions,
academic progress policy, etc. on the MSC website. Students unable
to view these documents online should contact Financial Aid for
assistance.
This document notifies the student of eligibility
requirements, disbursement policies, etc. Students must be enrolled
and attending class to maintain eligibility for financial aid. Students
who cease attending class (unofficial withdrawal), officially withdraw
from MSC or fail to receive a single passing grade for the term may be
subject to termination or repayment of financial aid received. Leaves of
Absence are not permitted.
An initial financial aid award is made with the assumption that the
student will enroll full time. Unless the Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy prohibits it, the student's award will be made for the entire
academic year. The academic year is 30 weeks (Fall and Spring
terms). The summer term is treated as a trailer to the previous
academic year. A student's enrollment status will be checked at the end
of the 100% refund period each semester and the awards will be
adjusted if the student's enrollment differs from the assumed
enrollment. For financial aid purposes full-time is at least 12 credit
hours per term.
If a student drops a class after the 100% refund period but remains
enrolled, the awards will not be revised unless the student is receiving
OTAG or a loan. Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education policy
requires that a student be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at the time
the enrollment is verified for OTAG. (The time of verification varies
from semester to semester). A student receiving a student loan must
be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at the time the loan funds are
disbursed.
INTERSESSIONS
Intersession semesters are considered a part of the regular
semester following it: i.e. Christmas Intersession/Spring, Late Spring
Intersession/Summer, Late Summer Intersession/Fall. Students can
use financial aid to pay for intersession courses provided they do not
exceed the total amount awarded to them for any given academic
period. Financial Assistance for intersession courses will be disbursed
using the timetable and procedures established for the subsequent full
semester (i.e., aid for the Winter intersession will be disbursed
according to the Spring semester disbursement schedule).
Students suspended at the end of the previous semester may not
use their intersession courses to regain eligibility for the subsequent
term (i.e., students suspended at the end of the Fall term may not
regain eligibility for Spring aid by taking intersession courses).
Students awarded financial aid for the Fall and Spring terms may use
the intersession to make up deficiencies from the prior term.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for aid, financial aid applicants must meet the
1. Must have documented need.
2. Must enroll as a regular student in an eligible program.
3. Must be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
4. Must be making satisfactory academic progress.
5. Must be registered with Selective Service, if required.
6. Must sign a Statement of Educational Intent, promising
to use the aid only for school related expenses
(included on FAFSA).
7. Must sign a statement that no refund is owed on any
education grant and that he/she is not in default on any
student loan (included on FAFSA).
8. Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or been home
schooled.
9. Must be attending class.
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10. Must not be suspended from Title IV aid eligibility due to
drug-related convictions.
IF A STUDENT DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR AID
A student who does not qualify for aid based on the completion of
the need analysis still may be able to get help. A student may qualify
for an adjustment based on a documented change in financial
circumstances, or the student may apply for programs that do not
require that he/she show need. The programs that do not require
demonstrated need but still require application for financial aid are most
scholarships, jobs funded by the institution (not Federal Work-Study),
the Federal Unsubsidized Stafford loan, and Parent loans for
dependent students. In addition, if a student has expenses related to
dependent care or a disability that are not paid by some other source,
the student should contact the Financial Aid Office about the required
documentation needed to re-evaluate the estimated need for aid.
To apply for an adjustment the student should either complete an
Unusual Circumstance Form (available at the FAO) or submit a signed
statement detailing the change in circumstances. A death in the family,
loss of job, or loss of untaxed income are examples of changed
circumstances that may affect eligibility. These must be documented
by providing copies of death certificates, letters from former employers
verifying loss of job, etc. The student must also document how this
change will affect the family income. For example, if 2012 income was
used to complete the FAFSA, estimates of 2013 taxable and
nontaxable income must be provided. Adjustments may also be made
for students in certain degree programs that have documented
educational costs in excess of those allowed for in the typical student
budget. For example, gunsmithing students and nursing students have
additional expenses for tools, supplies, uniforms, etc. Some students
may need to purchase a computer. A one-time allowance of up to
$1,000.00 will be considered for a computer and software. The
decision of the Financial Aid Administrator regarding whether an
adjustment is made is based on federal guidelines. That decision is
final. A student may not appeal the decision to the college or to the
federal government.
STUDENT EXPENSES
It is important for students to consider all of the costs associated
with attending college. These costs include enrollment fees, room and
board, books, transportation and personal expenses such as clothing,
medical, laundry, etc.
The following is an outline of the expenses that may be incurred
for a student living on campus. A student may want to use this
information to help construct a realistic budget for the time spent at
Murray State College. A student will need to compare this budget to
his/her financial aid award. The student will be expected to make up
the difference in direct costs to the college and the amount of actual
financial aid awarded.
DIRECT COSTS
In State Tuition & Fees (estimate) ................................ $4,036.00
Out of State Tuition & Fees (estimate) ......................... $8,820.00
Books (estimate) ........................................................... $1,400.00
On Campus Room and Board (estimate) ..................... $5,600.00
Note: The above estimates are based on costs for the 2012-2013
school year and on average enrollment of 28 credit hours for one year.
These figures may vary.
INDIRECT COSTS (The amounts shown are used in our average
student budgets. Actual student expenses will vary and should be
estimated.)
Transportation ................................................................$1,100.00
Personal Expenses:
Clothing ....................................................................$700.00
Medical .....................................................................$500.00
Personal Items ..................................................................$440.00
The Financial Aid Office uses an average Cost of Attendance
Budget to determine total aid awarded (financial aid package).
Students living off campus or with parents may contact the Financial
Aid Office to obtain cost estimates. Students with expenses in excess
of these costs must submit documentation to the FAO (see "If a Student
Does Not Qualify for Aid").
DISBURSEMENT POLICIES
The amount of a student's aid will be computed to the maximum
amount possible in accordance with his/her need analysis and the
availability of funds. Declined awards that are replaced with another
type of aid will not be reinstated. Students may only request one
adjustment to the financial aid package per academic year. In the
event that this amount does not cover all costs, the student must make
arrangements with the Business Office to pay the balance from some
other source. Financial aid may not be used for deposits, physical
exams or any other fees that must be paid prior to registration. Murray
State College has no obligation to make this aid available until after
classes begin, and the student is properly admitted, enrolled, and
attending class. The student must have submitted required academic
transcripts from all colleges previously attended and met all eligibility
requirements before financial aid will be disbursed.
Awards for the fall and spring semester are normally made at the
same time. Students on probation will be awarded for the fall and
spring semester and academic progress is reviewed at the end of each
semester. Students placed on Financial Aid Suspension because they
do not meet the requirements of the Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy will be denied financial aid and aid awarded for subsequent
semesters will be cancelled. One-half of the total aid for the school
year will be made available in the fall semester and one-half in the
spring. Awards for summer school are made late in the spring
semester. Funds for summer school are disbursed on a different
schedule. A separate Summer Aid Data Form is required. Students
who attend full-time Fall and Spring may have no remaining funding
available for Summer.
If a student withdraws (either officially or unofficially--ceases class
attendance) or fails to receive a single passing grade for the term,
return of Title IV Aid calculations will be made based on the federal
"Return of Title IV Aid Policy".
A sample disbursement schedule is listed below. This assumes
that the first day of the fall term is 8/15 and the first day of the spring
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term is 1/13. Disbursements are made approximately four weeks after
the first scheduled class day.
Summer 2013
Disbursement:
Fall 2013
Disbursement:
Spring 2014
Disbursement:
IMPORTANT DATES
June 25, 2013
July 18, 2013
August 1, 2013
August 15, 2013
Students who withdraw before the end of the 100% refund period
(refer to Refund Policy for Tuition and Fees) or who withdraw after the
end of the 60% point will not have to repay federal aid received.
When a student officially withdraws, the Registrar’s Office will notify the
Financial Aid Office. The withdrawal form gives the Financial Aid Office
the official withdrawal dates. The Financial Aid Office determines the
institutional charges, aid disbursed, and the aid that could have been
disbursed. Institutional charges include tuition and fees, on campus
room and board, required books and supplies. At the end of each
semester the Financial Aid Office will determine those students who
unofficially withdrew (ceased class attendance and did not receive a
passing grade in any of their courses) and use the 50% point to
calculate the amount of aid to return to the federal programs unless the
student proves attendance past the 60% point in the semester while it is
still possible to reverse the return of aid to the federal program.
September 24, 2013
October 10, 2013
October 31, 2013
November 14, 2013
December 12, 2013
January 16, 2014
February 18, 2014
March 6, 2014
April 3, 2014
April 17, 2014
May 1, 2014
May 15, 2014
May 29, 2014
All dates are tentative and subject to change. Review the financial
aid webpage for changes in disbursement dates.
• Loan disbursements vary for students who apply for one
semester only.
• Estimated disbursement dates vary from year to year (refer to
Conditions of Award Notice).
RETURN OF TITLE IV AID POLICY
WITHDRAWAL AND PAYBACK OF FUNDS
Refund Policy for Tuition and Fees:
First ten days of a regular semester
First five days of an 8-week semester
First two days of a shorter term
Thereafter
receiving assistance through the Federal Pell Grant, Federal
Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Iraq Afghanistan Service
Grant, Federal Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan, Federal Unsubsidized
Direct Stafford Loan, and Federal Direct PLUS loans.
100%
100%
100%
No Refund
Official Withdrawal Process. To officially withdraw from all
courses, students must notify the MSC Registrar Office in writing.
Return of Federal Financial Aid for Complete Withdrawal.
Federal financial aid funds are awarded to students under the
assumption that the student will attend school for the entire period for
which the aid is awarded. Sometimes students need to completely
withdraw from classes due to emergencies or other problems.
Regardless of the reason for withdrawal, the federal government
requires that students who withdraw before the 60% point of the
semester repay federal funds received. This federal law is called
Return of Title IV Aid.
Students receiving federal financial aid who completely withdraw
from all classes – officially or unofficially (stop attending classes or fail
to receive a single passing grade for the term) will be subject to the
Return of Title IV Funds policy. This policy applies to students
After determining a students' withdrawal date (official or unofficial)
the Financial Aid Office will use the U. S. Department of Education's
Return of Title IV software on the web to determine if the amount of aid
disbursed to the student is greater than the amount of aid the student
earned. Any unearned funds must be returned to the federal student
aid programs. If at the time of withdrawal the amount disbursed to
students is less than the amount earned, the student may be eligible to
receive a post-withdrawal disbursement. If eligible for a postwithdrawal disbursement, the student will be notified by mail and will
have 14 days to respond and approve or deny the post-withdrawal
disbursement.
The Return of Title IV calculation uses the number of days enrolled
divided by the number of days in the term to get the percentage of aid
earned. Students who remain enrolled beyond the 60% point of the
period of enrollment are considered to have earned 100% of aid
received. Students enrolled less than 60% of the period of enrollment
are responsible for repaying the aid. Here is an example of what
happens
if
you
withdraw
before
the
60%
point:
A student receives a Pell grant of $1875 and a Subsidized Stafford loan
of $1000 for a total amount of federal aid of $2875. The student’s
tuition, fees, room, board and bookstore charges for the semester total
$3000. If the student withdraws on the 25th day of a semester that has
121 days, approximately $2300 or 80% of the funds would have to be
repaid.
Once the Return to Title IV calculation has been completed, MSC
will return the unearned portion to the federal aid programs in the
following order:
1. Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans
2. Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans
3. Federal Direct PLUS loans
4. Federal Pell Grants
5. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity
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6.
7.
Grants
Iraq Afghanistan Service Grant
Murray State College must complete the Return of Title IV process
within 45 days of the date of a student's withdrawal.
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY
Murray State College has established this Satisfactory Academic
Progress Policy using the new guidelines required by the federal
government (CFR 668.34). You must meet all three of the minimum
standards indicated below to be eligible to receive financial aid from the
Federal Title IV Programs which include: Pell Grant, Supplemental
Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Iraq Afghanistan Service Grant,
Federal Work-Study, and the Direct Loan Programs (Subsidized
Stafford Loan, Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, and Plus Loan). This policy
also impacts state programs such as the Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant
Program (OTAG) and Oklahoma Promise. The following minimum
requirements must be met regardless of whether or not the student has
received financial aid:
1.
2.
3.
GPA REQUIREMENT: 2.0 cumulative GPA
CUMULATIVE HOURS REQUIREMENT (PACE): 70% of all
coursework attempted
MAXIMUM TIME FRAME: 96 credit hours for first MSC
associate degree; additional 40 hours allowed for 2nd MSC
associate degree
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Evaluation:
1. The Financial Aid Administrator will evaluate SAP at the end
of each academic year.
2. The MSC academic year is Fall and Spring with the
subsequent Summer as a trailer.
3. For students attending Fall/Spring/Summer, Spring/Summer,
or Summer only, SAP is evaluated at the end of the summer
term.
4. For students attending Fall/Spring or Spring only, SAP is
evaluated at the end of the Spring term.
5. For students attending Fall only, SAP is evaluated at the end
of Fall term.
6. For students on financial aid probation or an Academic Plan,
SAP is evaluated at the end of each semester.
PACE:
1.
2.
3.
Pace is calculated by dividing the cumulative number of hours
successfully completed by the cumulative number of hours
attempted. Some examples of PACE are:
a. Student attempts 14 hours and completes 11 hours. 11
divided by 14 is 78% and the student has successfully
met the PACE requirement.
b. Student attempts 6 hours and completes 4 hours. 4
divided by 6 is 66% and the student has not successfully
met the PACE requirement.
Students must complete 70% of coursework to meet the
PACE requirement.
Hours attempted is based on the number of hours enrolled in
at the end of the 100% refund period (close of business on
the 10th day of Fall and Spring and the 5th day of Summer).
The refund period varies for shorter enrollment periods.
4. Grades of A, B, C, D, S, and P are counted as hours
successfully completed.
5. Grades of I, U, F, W, and AW are counted as hours attempted
but not successfully completed.
6. Remedial courses are not counted in either PACE or the
maximum timeframe and are not calculated in the gpa.
7. Audit courses are not eligible for financial aid and are not
counted as hours attempted.
8. All classes attempted at all institutions are counted in the
PACE and maximum timeframe.
9. For repeated courses, only the second and any subsequent
attempts up to a maximum of 4 courses are counted.
10. To properly monitor your SAP progress, manually count all
credit hours attempted and earned as your academic
transcript may not accurately count withdrawals, etc.
Maximum Timeframe:
1. Students have a maximum of 96 attempted hours to complete
the first MSC associate degree.
2. Students have a maximum of 40 additional hours beyond the
first MSC associate degree to complete a second MSC
associate degree.
3. Students are only eligible to receive federal financial aid for
two associate degrees at MSC.
4. Students planning to transfer to a four-year school and
pursue a bachelor’s degree need to be aware of the federal
maximums on the various programs to ensure they don’t run
out of eligibility before completing their bachelor’s degree.
5. Students transferring to MSC with hours in excess of 96 will
be placed on financial aid suspension. Students on financial
aid suspension may submit an appeal.
6. Major changes do not automatically extend the maximum
timeframe. However, they may be considered as a mitigating
factor during the appeals process. The Financial Aid Appeals
Committee will determine if additional time is warranted.
7. For appeals of the maximum timeframe the Financial Aid
Office will request a degree check.
Probation and Academic Plans:
1. Financial aid probation is a status assigned to a student who
fails to make satisfactory academic progress and who has
appealed and has had eligibility for aid reinstated.
2. Students on financial aid probation must meet all the
requirements of the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy at
the end of the probationary semester or they will be placed on
financial aid suspension.
3. The Appeals Committee may place a student on an Academic
Plan to ensure the student is able to met the SAP
requirements by a specified point in time.
4. SAP will be reviewed at the end of each semester for
students on Academic Plans. As long as the student meets
the minimum requirements of the Academic Plan, the student
will remain eligible for financial aid. If the student fails to meet
the minimum requirements of the Academic Plan, the student
will be placed on financial aid suspension.
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Suspension:
1. Students on financial aid suspension are not eligible to
receive financial aid from the following programs: Pell Grant,
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Iraq
Afghanistan Service Grant, Federal Work-study, and the
Direct Loan Programs (Subsidized Stafford Loan,
Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, and PLUS Loan). Students on
financial aid suspension are also not eligible for the following
state aid programs: OTAG and OK Promise.
2. Students who fail to meet all the requirements of the SAP
policy will be placed on financial aid suspension.
3. Students who fail to meet the SAP requirements at the end of
a probationary semester will be placed on financial aid
suspension.
4. Students who fail to meet the minimum requirements of an
Academic Plan will be placed on financial aid suspension.
5. Students on financial aid suspension may regain aid eligibility
if their financial aid appeal is approved.
6. Students may regain aid eligibility by taking courses and
meeting all of the SAP requirements. Students must request
reinstatement in writing when the student has regained
compliance with SAP.
Appeals:
1. Students may appeal financial aid suspension by following
the steps on the MSC Satisfactory Academic Progress
Appeal Form.
2. The student must document (submit proof) any extenuating
circumstances the student feels contributed to the failure to
meet SAP requirements. The student must also indicate what
has changed that will allow the student to successfully meet
the SAP requirements at the end of the next evaluation.
3. Some examples of extenuating circumstances are: death of
an immediate family member, extended illness, divorce, etc.
Some examples of proof of extenuating circumstances are:
copy of a death certificate, letters from doctors, hospital
discharge papers, copy of a divorce decree, etc.
4. Appeals are reviewed by the Financial Aid Appeals
Committee. The committee’s decision is final.
5. Incomplete appeals will not be submitted to the Financial Aid
Appeals Committee.
6. The Financial Aid Office will notify the student of the decision
of the Financial Aid Appeals Committee.
7. If the appeal is approved, the student will be required to meet
with the Financial Aid Administrator to review any conditions
of the appeal or Academic Plan before financial aid will be
awarded/disbursed.
8. The federal government does not permit back to back
appeals for the same extenuating circumstance.
9. Appeals cannot be approved for semesters that have already
ended.
Transfer Students:
1. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from all
institutions to the MSC Registrar Office.
2. All transfer hours will be transcripted on the MSC transcript
and will count toward gpa, PACE and maximum timeframe.
3.
4.
Financial aid eligibility will not be determined until all official
transcripts have been submitted to the MSC Registrar Office.
Students with transfer hours that do not meet the standards of
the MSC Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy will be
placed on financial aid suspension.
Students with transfer hours in excess of the maximum
timeframe will be placed on financial aid suspension.
FEDERAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID PENALTIES FOR
DRUG LAW VIOLATIONS
A federal or state drug conviction can disqualify students for
federal financial aid. Under the Higher Education Act, Title IV Section
485(k), students become ineligible for federal student aid programs
upon a conviction under state or federal statutes for the sale (includes
convictions for conspiring to sell drugs) or possession of drugs which
occurred during a period of enrollment for which the student was
receiving Title IV financial aid. Students who lose eligibility for federal
financial aid for drug law violations will not be eligible for aid from the
following: Federal Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity
Grants (SEOG), Iraq Afghanistan Service Grants, Federal Work-Study,
and Federal Direct Loans (Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and PLUS).
Loss of financial aid eligibility only counts for convictions that
occurred during a period of enrollment for which the student was
receiving federal financial aid. Students convicted for possession or
sale of drugs during other periods of time do not result in loss of
financial aid eligibility. Also, a conviction that was reversed, set aside,
or removed from the student’s record does not count, nor does one
received when the student was a juvenile, unless the student was tried
as an adult.
The chart below illustrates the period of time the student will be
ineligible to receive federal financial aid, depending on whether the
conviction was for sale or possession and whether the student had
previous offenses:
1st
offense
2nd
offense
3+
offenses
Possession
of
Illegal Drugs
1 year from date of
conviction
2 years from date
of conviction
Indefinite period
Sale of Illegal
Drugs
2 years from date
of conviction
Indefinite period
Indefinite period
If the student was convicted of both possessing and selling illegal
drugs, and the periods of ineligibility are different, the student will be
ineligible for the longer period.
A student regains federal financial aid eligibility the day after the
period of ineligibility ends or when the student successfully completes a
qualified drug rehabilitation program, or effectively passes two
unannounced drug tests given by such a program. Further drug
convictions will make the student ineligible again.
Students denied eligibility for an indefinite period can regain it after
successfully completing a rehabilitation program (as described below),
passing two unannounced drug tests from such a program, or if a
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conviction is reversed, set aside, or removed from the student’s record
so that fewer than two convictions for sale or three convictions for
possession remain on the record. In such cases, the nature and dates
of the remaining convictions will determine when the student regains
eligibility. It is the student’s responsibility to certify to the school that the
rehabilitation program was successfully completed.
Standards for a Qualified Drug Rehabilitation Program: A qualified
drug rehabilitation program must include at least two unannounced drug
tests and must satisfy at least one of the following requirements:
• Be qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly from a
federal, state, or local government program.
• Be qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a
federally or state-licensed insurance company.
• Be administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local
government agency or court.
• Be administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed
hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor.
FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS
(THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE FEDERAL
GOVERNMENT.)
Murray State College is certified by the United States Department
of Education to participate in the following programs:
Federal Pell Grants. A grant is money given to a student to
enable him/her to attend college. It does not have to be paid back.
These grants are available to eligible undergraduate students who
show a need. Students attending less than half-time may be eligible to
receive a Federal Pell Grant. Grants range from $582 to $5645 per
year. Since the Federal Pell Grant Program is the foundation upon
which all financial aid packages are built, all students must apply for the
Pell Grant before any financial aid will be awarded. This may be done
by completing the FAFSA. Students will receive a Student Aid Report
(SAR) from the Federal processor 2-3 weeks after submitting the
FAFSA. All copies of the SAR should be submitted to the MSC
Financial Aid Office unless the Financial Aid Office receives it
electronically. Funds are available for eligible applicants for up to 12
full-time semesters if the student is in compliance with the Satisfactory
Academic Progress Policy.
work-study awards should contact the Financial Aid Office to determine
job openings. The number of jobs available on campus to help
students finance their education is limited.
Community Service. Murray State College offers a variety of
student employment opportunities to students desiring to participate in
community service. These positions are funded through the Federal
Work-Study Program. MSC operates a Fitness Center, pool,
auditorium, etc. available to and utilized by both MSC students and the
general public. In addition, we have tutor positions in Family Literacy,
America Reads and America Counts Programs. Students desiring to
work in these areas should contact the Financial Aid Office for
additional information.
Federal Direct Stafford Student Loans. These are long-term
loans made by the federal government. For new borrowers the interest
rate is preset to the fixed rate of 6.8%. There are two types of Federal
Stafford loans - Subsidized and Unsubsidized. The federal government
makes the interest payments on the Subsidized Stafford while the
student loan borrower is in school at least 1/2 time and during approved
periods of deferment. The student loan borrower is responsible for all
interest payments on the Unsubsidized Stafford. The borrower may
defer these interest payments but they will be capitalized (the borrower
will end up paying interest on interest and principal). Depending on
eligibility, independent Freshmen may borrow up to $9,500 on the
combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford and independent
Sophomores may borrow up to $10,500. Dependent students are
restricted to the $5,500 for Freshmen and $6,500 for Sophomores.
Repayment on the subsidized Stafford begins 6 months after
graduation, leaving school, or when enrollment status drops below halftime. A student who borrows $3,500 will repay approximately 89
payments of $50 per month and interest of $950. Stafford loan
recipients must complete entrance counseling before the loan will be
processed and exit counseling when MSC enrollment status drops
below half-time. Students may be eligible to defer payments for halftime study, economic hardship, etc. Contact the FAO for additional
information on deferments since different deferments apply depending
on the date the student first borrowed a loan.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG). FSEOG grants are available to eligible undergraduate
students who show need. Students must be attending at least half-time
to be eligible. SEOG grants range from $200 to $600 per year.
Funding is limited and is awarded to the neediest students in
chronological order based on the date the results of the FAFSA are
received by the Financial Aid Office.
Federal PLUS Loans. These are also low-interest loans from the
federal government. The interest rate is preset to the fixed rate of
8.5%. Students or parents may contact the Financial Aid Office for
information about current interest rates. This loan may be available to
families of dependent students when other types of aid do not meet
their needs. Parents may borrow up to the Cost of Attendance less
other financial assistance. Repayment normally begins the day after
the first loan disbursement. Repayment may be deferred if the
borrower is eligible for an approved deferment. Contact the Financial
Aid Office for information on the types of deferments available.
Federal Work-Study Program (FWS). Part-time jobs are offered
to students who have demonstrated financial need. The awards
normally average $4,320 per year. Students must work to earn the
amount of the award. Work Study allows students to "help
themselves." Students work an average of 15 hours per week and are
paid monthly for hours worked while gaining job experience. Students
are paid at least minimum wage. Students who have accepted their
Students and/or parents should check carefully before borrowing
under any of the federal student loan programs. Be sure to read the
loan application thoroughly and to ask questions about anything that is
not understood. If a student fails to pay back his/her loan, the student
could go into default. A defaulted loan could ruin the student's credit
rating, jeopardize a tax refund, etc. Taking out a loan is a serious
responsibility, and it is the student's responsibility to make sure that
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he/she understands the amount to be received, the amount that will
have to be repaid, and what deferment options are available. Contact
the MSC Financial Aid Office. The U.S. Department of Education has
created a Student Loan Ombudsman position whose responsibility is to
attempt to resolve complaints from loan borrowers.
Contact the
Financial Aid Office for information on how to contact the Student Loan
Ombudsman if you have unresolved problems regarding student loans.
Students may view their loan information at the National Student Loan
Database (NSLDS) at www.nslds.ed.gov.
STATE AID PROGRAMS
Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant (OTAG). This program is
administered by the Oklahoma State Regents and provides funds to
help college students who are Oklahoma residents meet the cost of
college attendance. Priority consideration will be given those eligible
students whose applications are received by March 1. Students who
complete a FAFSA will automatically apply for OTAG by listing
Oklahoma as their state of legal residence, listing an Oklahoma school
as their first choice for attendance, and authorizing the federal
government to release information to the state and college. Students
must demonstrate need and meet other eligibility criteria to receive this
grant. Students must enroll in at least 6 credit hours to be eligible.
Undocumented immigrants meeting certain requirements may be
considered for OTAG awards. Additional information is available at the
MSC Financial Aid Office or by contacting the Oklahoma Tuition Aid
Grant Program at (877) 662-6231. Students who are residents of
states other than Oklahoma may be eligible to receive assistance from
their state agency. Contact the Financial Aid Office for a directory of
state agency addresses and phone numbers.
TUITION WAIVERS
Murray State College provides campus-administered tuition
waivers representative of the entire college community. The primary
funding source utilized in support of these tuition waivers is the
Oklahoma State Regents Tuition Waiver Scholarship. Policy for the
Oklahoma State Regents Tuition Waiver Scholarship is determined by
the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Tuition waivers are
limited in number and will be awarded to eligible applicants as long as
funding remains available.
the amount of resident tuition assessed to the student. In exchange for
services performed, Presidents scholars are also eligible to receive, a
book waiver and a $300 per semester cash scholarship. A limited
number of room and board waivers are available.
Applicants to the President’s Scholars program must meet the
1. A minimum of 21 National ACT composite.
2. Submittal of a typed essay of at least 300 words in which the
student describes him/herself, with emphasis on the people,
places, and experiences that have shaped the student. As
part of the description, a significant educational experience is
to be discussed.
3. An excellent high school grade point average.
4. Submission of MSC Application for scholarship.
5. Submission of President’s Scholars Program Application.
Applications must be addressed to the Chair of the President’s Scholars
Program and received prior to March 15. Applicants will be notified by
April 30.
Special Talent Program. Limited to students chosen to represent
MSC on special talent teams; Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Golf,
Music, Art, Drama, and Livestock Judging. Special Talent sponsor
determines amount of tuition waiver award not to exceed amount of
resident tuition assessed to the student.
Eligibility criteria:
Minimum 15 ACT composite, or 2.0
retention/graduation GPA, and selection by sponsor/coach.
General Academic. Available to: a) students with a minimum 21
ACT composite or 3.0 retention/graduation GPA; b) Scholastic Contest
Winners; c) Valedictorian/Salutatorians of Oklahoma high schools; or,
d) elected MSC Student Senate Officers. The Financial Aid Office will
determine amount of tuition waiver awarded not to exceed amount of
resident tuition assessed to the student. Students must declare a major
prior to applying for this scholarship.
Non-resident Applicants. Contact the Financial Aid Office.
Different scholarship values and eligibility criteria apply.
For additional information on scholarships, tuition waivers, loans,
grants, and student employment, please contact the Financial Aid
Office.
The following tuition waivers are institutional-based aid to students.
They may cover tuition only (not fees) up to the amount awarded.
These tuition waivers may be cancelled if the recipients receive
assistance that covers tuition through Voc-Rehab, WIA, or other
sources or have gift and grant aid in excess of need. Exact amounts
are subject to revision. Students must maintain a grade point average
specified by the tuition waiver. Contact the Financial Aid Office for
details.
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIPS
President's Scholars Program (PSP). Limited to students
admitted to the Scholars Program. The President's Scholars Program
is designed to encourage imaginative thought among talented students.
President's Scholars take special classes and attend seminars, as well
as perform research in their field. Upon successful completion of the
program, President's Scholars graduate "with honors". PSP sponsor
determines amount of tuition waiver awarded. Waiver may not exceed
The following scholarships are available through the Murray State
College Foundation. Some scholarships may have restrictions, such as
being available only to sophomore students or majors in certain fields.
Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA to receive second semester awards,
and sophomores must have an overall GPA of 2.5 to make application.
Except where otherwise noted, a student should write to the Murray
The MSC Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to
supporting the college in its endeavors. Through the generosity of
Foundation supporters, several scholarships are offered to students.
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State College Foundation, One Murray Campus, Tishomingo,
Oklahoma 73460, to request an application or see the MSC website.
• *Shearer Scholarship. Freshmen students with high
academic achievement. Amount varies with funding.
• Dora K. Gill Scholarship. Milburn High School graduate.
Application made to Milburn High School Superintendent.
$500 per semester.
• Noble Agriculture Scholarship. Amounts vary with funding.
i.
Two awards to sophomore students majoring in
Agriculture & Related Technologies;
ii.
Two awards to freshmen students majoring in
Agriculture & Related Technologies.
• SCSA Agricultural Scholarship. Sophomore in Agriculture.
$250.00 per semester.
• Tom Shaw Scholarship. Freshman student from Johnston
County or Marshall County (preferred). $200.00 per semester
awarded to two students.
• Tom Shaw Family Nursing Scholarship. Sophomore
nursing student. $500.00 per semester for last year in
nursing.
• Grigsby Scholarship. Freshman student from Johnston
County with outstanding achievement in 4-H.
• Joe R. Reid Business/Child Development Scholarship.
Restricted to sophomore students with a 2.5 GPA, or greater,
majoring in Business or Child Development. $250 per
semester.
• Veterinary Technology Scholarships. Second semester
Freshman or Sophomore with high academic achievement.
Amount varies with funding.
i.
Veterinary Technology Alumni Scholarship
• Carlock Nursing Scholarship. Nursing majors. Amount of
grant or loan varies.
• Thelma and Arthur Maguire Endowment Scholarship.
Sophomore with high academic achievement. Must maintain
a 3.0 GPA. Amount varies.
• Belle Parker Melton Scholarship – Chickasaw Native
American majoring in business. Amount varies.
• MSC Alumni Scholarship. First-time entering freshman
whose relative (mother, father, aunt, uncle, etc.) is a former
Murray student. $350.00 per semester.
• Ralph and Nell Benham Scholarship. Open to second-year
students in Engineering Technology. $350.00 per semester.
• Virgie White Scholarship. Based upon achievement and
interest in public service. Marshall County student preferred.
Amount varies.
• Ed and Effie Hanvey Agriculture Endowment
Scholarship. Freshman or sophomore students majoring in
agriculture. Amount varies.
• Chickasaw Nation Endowment Scholarship. Freshman or
sophomore student of Chickasaw descent. Amount varies.
• Tammy Davis Nursing Scholarship. Available to
sophomore nursing students with high academic achievement
and that live in Atoka, Bryan, Carter, Coal, Garvin, Johnston,
Love, Marshall, Murray or Pontotoc County. Amount varies.
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Bessie Bradley and Champ Clark Carney Endowment
Scholarship. Available to full-time students at Murray State
College who exhibit financial need. Amount varies.
Duard and Elizabeth Stobaugh Pyle Scholarship.
Available to freshmen or sophomore students majoring in
engineering/technology with preference given to students who
reside in the Johnston County area. $500.00 one-time award
for spring semester.
Shearer Ranch Endowment Scholarship. Available to
freshmen or sophomore students majoring in agriculture or
veterinary technology. Amount varies.
Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Endowment
for Nursing Majors. Nursing majors with selection based on
application criteria. Amount varies.
John J. and Lovie Cox Stobaugh Scholarship. Freshmen
or sophomore students majoring in business, with preference
given to students who reside in the Johnston County area.
Fall award only; $500.00.
Jane Bullard Scholarship. Students who are a custodial,
single parent enrolled at the MSC Ardmore campus. Must be
enrolled full-time (12 hours) with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
$250.00 per semester.
Drummond Family Nursing Endowment. Restricted to
students who are full-time nursing students with a 3.0 GPA or
greater with preference given to those who reside in Marshall
or Johnston County.
Ron Austin, DDS, Inc. Dental Scholarship. Available to
students majoring in Dentistry whose financial needs are not
being met by other sources.
Tom Shaw Family Nursing Scholarship. Restricted to
nursing students that have acquired a minimum of 24 credit
hours at time of application.
Nursing Freshmen Endowment Scholarship. Available to
pre-nursing students who have been accepted into the
nursing program.
Nursing Sophomore Endowment Scholarship. Available to
nursing students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit
hours and with a minimum GPA of 2.5
Brownells Gunsmithing Scholarship. Available to
sophomore gunsmithing technology students. Full-time
student status must be maintained to receive second
semester award and with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Happ and Darr Gunsmithing Scholarship. Restricted to
second semester gunsmithing students with a minimum 2.5
GPA. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit
hours.
William D. Pennington Presidential Endowment
Scholarship. This endowment scholarship honors a man
who believed in students and wanted the best for them and
their future. Available to sophomores, preference is given to
students who have an interest in pursuing a career in
education or higher education and exhibit leadership qualities.
The recipient must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Fulltime status (12 credit hours) must be maintained with a
minimum GPA of 3.0.
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Beulah A. Webb Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship is
for students with high academic achievement (3.0 GPA or
greater) majoring in nursing.
John Gomez, IV/Edwin S. Pyle, Jr. Memorial Nursing
Scholarship. The scholarship is for students with high
academic achievement (3.0 GPA or greater) majoring in
nursing. First preference will be given to students who reside
in Tishomingo, OK.
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OTHER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA): The U.S. Government, through
the Bureau of Indian Affairs, provides annual scholarship grants to
Native American students to enable them to attend institutions of higher
learning.
Any interested student should contact their tribal
representative.
Benefits for Veterans and their Dependents. Veterans with at
least 181 days continuous active duty, some part of which occurred
after January 31, 1955 may be eligible for educational benefits under
the Veterans Readjustment Benefits Act of 1966. Children of deceased
or totally disabled veterans when injury was service-connected may
apply for assistance in college training under Chapter 35, Title 38,
United States Code.
Applications for the above benefits should be filed with the
Regional Office, Veterans Administration, P.O. Box 8888, Muskogee,
Oklahoma, 74402-8888, (or call toll-free 1-800-827-1000) or at
www.gibill.va.gov.
Murray State College is certified by the Oklahoma State
Accrediting Agency to the Veterans Administration (VA) as an approved
training institution for certain veterans, eligible dependents or survivors
and active service members who qualify for federally enacted education
benefits administered by the VA.
The MSC Registrar's Office provides general information on
application for benefits, available programs, admission and enrollment.
A primary function is the certification of student enrollment and
attendance to the VA. Students may inquire at the Registrar's Office
concerning eligibility.
Initiation and continuation of VA education benefits are
accomplished by eligible students through the Registrar's Office. The
following information offers general guidelines for current and
prospective students. Details and answers to specific questions are
provided with assistance as required from the VA Regional office in
Muskogee, OK.
1. VA processing of application and issuance of the first benefits
check require 6 to 8 weeks form the first day of school.
2. The starting date for the payment period of the first benefits
check is the date when the first term of attendance begins.
3. Students will obtain official degree plans from their advisors.
4. VA will pay benefits for only those courses required for
degree completion as shown on official degree plans.
5. Students must provide evidence of planned course
attendance to the Registrar's Office, in the form of acceptable
PAID class schedules.
9.
Certification to VA is made for each 16-week semester, 8week summer session.
VA-eligible students must satisfy the college's regular
standards for academic progress, and they must comply with
class attendance requirements as defined by individual
instructors.
Course load, length and type of course, and number of
dependents determine the dollar amount of benefit payments.
To ensure awareness of course load requirements for
fulltime, three-quarter time, one-half time and less-than- halftime eligibility and payments, obtain information from the
Registrar's Office Veterans Affairs' Coordinator at the time of
application and at each enrollment.
Courses that have been successfully completed in the past
may not be repeated for compensation by VA.
The above information is applicable to all students attending
Murray under Chapter 31 (Disabled Veterans), Chapter 32 (postVietnam "VEAP"), Chapter 35 (Dependents), Chapter 106 (Selected
Reserve), and Chapter 30 (Montgomery GI Bill), Chapter 33 (Post 911),
and other similar programs administered by the VA.
Information for currently enrolled Veterans:
1. Early enrollment for the upcoming semester and
presentation of a paid schedule to the MSC Registrar's
Office will facilitate the continuous receipt of benefits,
provided the classes taken are required for degree
completion.
2. Withdrawals from courses, course additions, or any
changes in schedule must be reported to the VA Office.
3. Active duty students may not duplicate reimbursement
by both Tuition Assistance and VA for the same exact
course.
Vocational Rehabilitation. The State Board of Education, through the
Vocational Rehabilitation Division, offers payment of tuition and other
services to students who have substantial employment handicaps,
provided the vocational objective selected by the student has been
approved by a representative of the Division.
Application for such services should be sent to:
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
3535 N.W. 58th St., Suite 500
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
(800) 845-8476
STUDENT RIGHTS
The student has the right to:
1. Know what financial aid programs are available at Murray
State College.
2. Know the deadlines for submitting applications for each of the
programs available.
3. Know how financial aid will be distributed.
4. Know how much financial need has been met, as determined
by the Financial Aid Office in accordance with federal
guidelines.
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5.
Know what resources were considered in the calculation of
need.
6. Know the institution's Return of Title IV Aid Policy.
7. Request examples of return of Title IV aid calculations.
8. Know the Cost of Attendance Budget used to determine
financial aid package.
9. Know what portion of the student financial aid received must
be repaid and what portion is a grant. If a loan is received,
the student has the right to know the rate of interest, the total
amount to be repaid, the payback procedures, the length of
time allowed to repay the loan, and when the repayment is to
begin.
10. Know how the institution determines whether satisfactory
academic progress is made, and what happens if it is not.
11. Expect confidentiality.
Scholarship - money awarded for college expenses which does
not have to be repaid.
Tuition Waiver – money awarded for tuition which does not have
to be repaid.
Verification – the process requiring the student to submit
individual and/or parents' financial documents.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
The student must:
1. Adhere to financial aid policies, deadlines, etc.
2. Complete all application forms accurately and submit them on
time to the appropriate office or address.
3. Must attend classes.
4. Must notify the Financial Aid Office immediately if he/she is
receiving assistance other than that indicated on the award
letter.
5. Must provide correct information on all documentation. In
most instances, misreporting information on student financial
aid forms is a violation of federal law and may be considered
a criminal offense.
GLOSSARY OF FINANCIAL AID TERMS
Award – the amount of aid offered based on need analysis.
Deferment – an approved postponement of loan repayments.
Eligibility – requirements that must be met in order to receive aid.
Grants – money awarded for college expenses which does not
have to be repaid.
Jobs – part-time work to help pay the cost of education.
Loans – money that is borrowed to help pay for education. Loans
must be repaid with interest.
Master Promissory note – the legal document that details a
borrower's rights and responsibilities on a loan program.
Need – the amount of aid that can be received according to the
following formula: Cost of Attendance - family contribution =
need. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans and PLUS loans
may be used to replace family contribution unless the student
is receiving other assistance.
Need Analysis – the process that determines need, beginning
with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA). After filing, the student will receive a report telling
the MSC Financial Aid Office how much aid the student is
eligible to receive.
SAR (Student Aid Report) – the report the student receives after
filing the FAFSA.
Successful Completion – earn a grade of S, P, A, B, C, or D for a
course.
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STUDENT EXPENSES
GENERAL FEE REFUND POLICY
The refund policy for fees and tuition for students who withdraw
from Murray State College is as follows:
During the first two weeks of a regular session……….100%
During the first week of a summer session……………100%
During the first two class days of an intersession…….100%
Thereafter…………………………………………… No refund
Any student considering withdrawing from school before the 60% point
of the semester may be required to pay back a portion of their federal
Financial Aid. All financial aid recipients planning to withdraw early
must see their Financial Aid Advisor before withdrawing from their
classes.
Tuition and fees are charged to each student for each semester
hour that the student is enrolled. Nonresidents of Oklahoma are
assessed at a different rate. For a complete list of current fees, see the
most recent Schedule of Classes. All fees are subject to change without
notice. All fees and other obligations must be paid before semester
grades or transcripts are issued.
Students withdrawing from school at any time are required to check
out through the Academic Advisement Office, the Financial Aid Office,
and the Business Office.
Failure to pay all student charges by the end of the semester may result
in garnishment of future income tax returns and notification to the
appropriate credit bureau of your defaulted account. Accounts not
settled with the Business Office may be turned over to an outside
collection agency and assessed a $20.00 delinquent penalty fee.
LIVING EXPENSES
Room and board charges are assessed to the student’s account
during general enrollment after they have been assigned a room
number. Students living in resident housing are required to take their
meals in the college dining hall. Students may select from a 15-meal or
a 19-meal plan. The college reserves the right to change the meal plan
charges at any time if food prices or other factors necessitate. Resident
housing students who wish to pay their account in installments must pay
one fourth of their total charges before classes begin, and the remainder
is to be paid in equal monthly payments. In order for students to pay in
monthly payments, they must see the business office during general
enrollment. The initial payment must be made at that time. Failure to
comply with the signed promissory note may result in removal from the
Cafeteria meal plan and/or removal from resident housing. In addition,
an on-line site is provided for payment. Please contact the Business
Office for more information.
TERMINATION OF HOUSING CONTRACT BY RESIDENT
After the resident has signed a housing contract with Murray State
College Foundation L.L.C., the contract may be terminated by the
resident only for official withdrawal from the college or upon graduation.
When the resident withdraws from college during the contract period
he/she is responsible for room and board charges for that academic
term. If the resident re-enrolls during the contract period, the resident
shall be subject to the terms of this lease.
Resident will pay total rent which includes a required meal plan per
semester for room and board in advance and without demand, at the
Murray State College Business Office on or before payment date, which
is the first day of classes or have made other arrangements. Rent
unpaid after the due date is delinquent and will authorize all remedies in
this lease. If all rent is not paid on or before the due date, resident
agrees to pay a late charge of $30. If the resident moves during the
lease period, they shall be responsible for the full lease amount.
DEPOSIT FOR RESIDENT HOUSING
A $200 room deposit will be charged to all students living in
resident housing. The room deposit, paid prior to enrollment, will
reserve a room for the student until the first day of class if a room is
available. Students will receive confirmation of their room reservation by
mail. Please contact the Director of Student life (ext. 180) if you do not
receive written confirmation by the week prior to arriving on campus.
Room deposits, less a $50.00 non refundable portion and any damage
assessments, will be refunded at the end of the semester or term that
the student officially withdraws or graduates. The room deposit is
forfeited if the student: a) decides not to attend the institution; b) leaves
school prior to the end of a semester; or, c) moves out of resident
housing prior to the end of a semester.
Campus housing is closed three times during the academic year: 1)
the Thanksgiving break; 2) the break between semesters; and, 3) the
spring break. The cafeteria is also closed during these periods. If a
student wishes to remain through the holiday period, notification must
be given to the Resident Housing Manager.
TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
Textbooks, supplies, and equipment may be purchased through
the MSC bookstore, both on the Tishomingo and Ardmore campuses.
Qualified students may have a bookstore charge account created for
their convenience. To do this, the student must see the Business
Office. Textbooks and school supplies, clothing and novelty items may
be charged, but personal and food items may not. Certain forms of aid
(such as Vocational Rehabilitation, VA and BIA) have their own
requirements, and are subject to those limitations.
Textbooks purchased at the beginning of a semester may be
returned for a full refund with an add/drop slip only through the end of
the drop period. A full refund will only be given for Textbooks that can
be returned to the publisher or resold as new. Cash will be refunded
only with a cash receipt; otherwise, your account will be credited. Only
those checking out of school may return Textbooks after the drop period
for end-of-semester prices.
Textbooks will only be purchased by the bookstore on dates and
times posted during finals of Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. A list
of the Textbooks that will not be bought back will be posted in the
bookstore. The listing will be final one week prior to the first day of book
buy-back. All decisions by the bookstore management on condition of
Textbooks repurchased are final. Textbooks may not be water
damaged, have pages missing, or be excessively worn. Textbooks may
be written in or have text underlined.
No refund is allowed for supplies and equipment since students
may purchase these at areas other than the MSC bookstore. Supplies
and equipment are offered through the MSC bookstore for the students'
convenience.
Textbook information for each semester can be
found at www.mscok.edu under About
MSC/Consumer Information.
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STUDENT EXPENSES
FEES (Fees are subject to change without notice)
Student Fee Refund Policy
Refund policy for fees and tuition are:
First ten days of a regular semester ........ 100%
First five days of an 8-week semester ..... 100%
First two days of a shorter term ............... 100%
Thereafter
June 10th for Summer ...................... No Refund
August 28th for Fall .......................... No Refund
January 27th for Spring..................... No Refund
Tuition for Oklahoma Residents
(per semester hour)
Tuition .................................................................... $98.00
Student Activity Fee ................................................. $8.00
Student Union Fee ................................................... $5.00
Cultural/Recreation Fee ......................................... $1.00
TOTAL (per semester hour) $112.00
Tuition for Nonresidents of Oklahoma
(per semester hour)
Tuition .................................................................. $255.00
Student Activity Fee ................................................. $8.00
Student Union Fee ................................................... $5.00
Cultural/Recreation Fee ......................................... $1.00
Tuition for Ardmore Students (Oklahoma Residents)
(per semester hour)
Tuition .................................................................. $128.00
Student Service Fee .............................................. $3.00
Institutional Tests (per semester hour) ......................... $25.00
Other Tests ................................................... Cost of Test
Graduation Fee ...................................................... $40.00
Supplementary Fee -up to (per credit hour) .............. $135.00
Replacement of Diploma ........................................ $10.00
Late Enrollment Service Charge ............................ $20.00
Remedial Supplementary Fee (per semester hour) .... $13.00
Student ID Card (each semester/term) ......................... $10.00
STUDENT FINANCIAL OBLIGATION
A student is responsible for dealing with all financial matters related
to their attendance at Murray State College. Counseling will be
provided in financial matters by the Financial Aid Office and/or Business
Office. However, all financial obligations must be settled as required by
college policy. In the event a student account or loan becomes
delinquent, the college will initiate collection procedures in accordance
with any applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The college will
withhold services from any student who fails to meet his/her financial
obligations. Withholding services includes, but is not limited to denial of
registration, withholding grades and transcripts, and denial of
admittance to classroom, laboratories, housing and food service.
Any student who has not met or made arrangements to meet their
financial obligations by the end of the third week of classes will not be
permitted to attend class or remain in resident housing or eat in the
cafeteria using a purchased meal plan.
Tuition for Ardmore Students (Nonresidents of Oklahoma)
(per semester hour)
Tuition .................................................................. $290.00
Student Service Fee .............................................. $3.00
Other Tuition
(per semester hour)
Internet Tuition (Oklahoma Residents) ................ $131.00
Internet Tuition (Nonresidents) ............................ $288.00
Ardmore Internet Tuition (Oklahoma Residents) . $148.00
Ardmore Internet Tuition (Nonresidents) ............. $310.00
Off-Campus Tuition.............................................. $131.00
Technology Center Tuition....................................... $8.00
Room & Board Fees (Subject to Change without Notice)
Deposit................................................................. $200.00
Aggie Suites:
19 Meals a Week/Per Semester ....................... $3,100.00
McKee Hall:
Additional Fees
ACT........................................................................ $40.00
Audit Without Credit .......Regular Enrollment/Tuition Fees
Course Fees ....................................... See Course Listing
Extra Institutional Learning Exams:
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GENERAL
Registration of students will be held on the days provided in the
College Calendar. Students who fail to register on the dates stipulated
will be required to pay a late registration fee.
The last date of enrollment at Murray State College (full or part
load) is the 5th day of the regular semester and a proportional time for
shorter terms. Any exception must be by petition to the Academic
Affairs Office and must demonstrate exceptional circumstances.
Once a student is enrolled, he/she is responsible for the payment of all
tuition and fees unless he/she officially withdraws from class(es) in
person or in writing by the 10th day of a regular 16-week semester or a
proportional time for shorter loads.
CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
A freshman student is one who has less than 28 semester hours.
A sophomore student is one who has credit for at least 28 semester
hours of work. A full-time student is one who carries at least 12
semester hours during the fall or spring semester and 6 semester hours
during the summer term. Federal financial aid guidelines define “fulltime” as 12 semester hours.
ABSENCE
Attending class and being on time are essential to being a
successful student. There is no "safe" number of absences. A student
who misses only one class, but misses a major examination could find
his or her final grade lowered drastically as a result. Thus, it is the
policy of Murray State College that students be on time for and attend all
meetings of all classes in which they are enrolled. More than one hour
absence per course hour enrolled is excessive. When a student's
absences become excessive and the instructor determines that the
student cannot achieve a passing grade even if attendance is resumed,
the instructor may administratively withdraw the student. Students
should note that if an administrative withdrawal takes place prior to
disbursement of aid, the disbursement will be held until a recalculation
of eligibility is completed. After aid disbursement, students who are
administratively withdrawn may still be subject to termination or
repayment of financial aid received. Any student who is not
administratively withdrawn or who does not withdraw will be maintained
on the rolls and assigned the appropriate letter grade at the end of the
semester. Students should consult with individual instructors regarding
their specific application of the absence policy and review academic and
financial aid policy regarding how course withdrawals or course failures
affect satisfactory progress.
FEDERAL CREDIT HOUR DEFINITION STATEMENT
Each credit hour represents one hour of classroom or direct faculty
instruction and a minimum of two hours of outside class work per week
for approximately 16 weeks. For semesters that are less than 16
weeks, students should also spend a minimum of two hours outside of
class for every hour in class. Academic activities include, but are not
limited to reading, writing, studying, research, and completing
worksheets. In addition, at least an equivalent amount of out of class
work is required for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work,
and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.
Absences are either excused or unexcused. With the exception of
college-sponsored activities, individual instructors will determine
whether an absence is to be excused. An excused absence allows a
student to make up, within a reasonable length of time, any course
requirement missed because of the absence. An unexcused absence
means that a student will not be permitted to make up course work
missed as a result of the absence. However, when absences (either
excused or unexcused) become so excessive that in the judgment of the
instructor the student cannot perform the requirements of the course,
the instructor may administratively withdraw the student from the
course.
NUMBER OF HOURS PERMITTED
REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES
A beginning freshman may enroll for no more than 18 semester
hours during the fall or spring semester or 9 semester hours during the
summer term unless their prescribed courses of study provides for a
heavier load. Other students may enroll for a heavier load with the
approval of their advisers. Students enrolling over 21 semester hours
must have the approval of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, but
in no case will they be permitted to carry a load in excess of 24
semester hours during the fall or spring semester or 12 semester hours
during the summer term.
CHANGE IN ENROLLMENT
During the first week of a regular semester/term or a proportional
time for shorter terms, an enrolled student may add classes. Full
charges for courses added will be made during the add period.
During the second week of a regular semester/term or a
proportional time for shorter terms, an enrolled student may drop
classes. Full refund for courses dropped will be made during the drop
period. After the drop period, refunds will not be made for withdrawal
from classes.
All vehicles belonging to and/or driven by students must be
registered with Campus Police. A parking sticker for the student’s
vehicle will indicate the registration and identify the automobile for
parking.
CREDIT FOR EXTRAINSTITUTIONAL LEARNING
Extrainstitutional learning (EL) is defined as learning that is
attained outside the sponsorship of legally authorized and accredited
postsecondary institutions. The term applies to learning acquired from
work and life experiences, independent reading and study, the mass
media, and participation in formal courses sponsored by associations,
business, government, industry, the military and unions. In recognition
of the need to evaluate learning that has taken place outside of the
formal higher education structure, the Oklahoma State Regents for
Higher Education have adopted a policy to address EL.
It is not the intent of EL to be individualized study under the direction of
MSC instructors. While an instructor can advise a student as to whether
they may have the knowledge to pass an EL exam, it is not the
responsibility of the instructor to provide individualized study.
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The following items are listed from the State Regents Policy:
1. Students eligible to receive credit for EL must be enrolled or
eligible to re-enroll at the awarding institution.
2. EL credit awarded to a student must be validated by
successful completion of 12 or more semester hours at the
awarding institution before being placed on the student's
official transcript. An institutional policy exception to this
provision must be requested by the institution and approved
by the State Regents.
3. State System institutions awarding credit for EL must validate
credit on a course-by-course basis. The following publications
and methods are acceptable for validating EL for awarding
credit:
a. American Council on Education (ACE) Guide to
Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed
Forces,
b. ACE National Guide to Educational Credit for Training
Programs,
c. ACE Guide to Credit by Examinations,
d. New York Regents College Credit Recommendations:
The Directory of The National Program on Noncollegiate
Sponsored Instruction (PONSI),
e. College Entrance Examination Board Advanced
Placement Program (CEEB/AP),
f. Degree-relevant EL credit awarded and transcripted by
other accredited institutions, as well as credit transcripted
by ACE on the Army/ACE Registry Transcript System
(AARTS) and the Registry of Credit Recommendations
(ROCR),
g. Individual portfolios using Council for Adult and
Experiential Learning (CAEL) or other standardized
guidelines,
h. "Higher Level" courses in the International Baccalaureate
program,
i. Institutionally prepared examinations,
j. Other publications as recommended by the American
Council on Education.
4. Neither the American College Testing program's assessment
battery nor the Scholastic Aptitude Test of the College
Entrance Examination Board shall be utilized by State System
institutions for the awarding of credit.
5. Credit awarded for EL may be applied to a degree program
subject to meeting the requirements of the institution
conferring the degree.
6. Credit awards (number of semester hours and level) shall not
exceed the recommendations of the American Council on
Education.
7. Examination scores, used to validate EL, must meet or
exceed the minimums recommended by the American Council
on Education for national examinations, at least a four (on a
seven-point scale) in the Higher Level course in the
International Baccalaureate program, and a grade level of C
or better for locally developed examinations.
8. Institutional validation procedures should be weighted in
objectivity versus subjectivity to the extent that external
evaluators would reach the same conclusion given the
material reviewed. Methods to be used to establish credit
may include comprehensive papers and structured
comprehensive oral examinations with competency based
questions.
9. Institutions may award credit for EL only in those courses or
program areas for which they are approved to offer by the
Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Institutions
shall assign their own course title and number to the credit
awarded. The neutral grade of pass (P) will be utilized to
designate credit awarded for EL. Conventional letter grades
shall not be used. All credit entries for EL shall be
appropriately identified on the transcript.
10. Institutional charges for evaluating EL, by means other than
nationally developed examination, shall be based upon the
actual costs of administering the evaluations. Charges for
administration and recording of credit based on nationally
developed examinations shall be at the rate established by the
national testing agency for the particular test. No other
charges shall be made for the administration or recording of
this credit.
11. Credit for EL, once recorded at a State System institution, is
transferable on the same basis as if the credit had been
earned through regular study at the awarding institution.
An application for EL (Extrainstitutional Learning) credit is available
in the Academic Affairs Office. It is the responsibility of the student to
arrange for a test date with the instructor for locally developed tests or to
contact a national testing center for more information regarding the
CLEP (College Level Examination Program) exam.
If a student is enrolled in the course for which he/she successfully
completes an extrainstitutional learning exam, the student should follow
the appropriate procedure for withdrawal from the course. NOTE: There
is no refund for such course withdrawal unless it occurs during the enrollment
adjustment period (first two weeks in a regular semester/one week in a summer
term).
CLEP EXAMS
As listed in the table below, Murray State College will award credit
for CLEP (College Level Examination Program) exams taken at a
national testing center. Southeastern Oklahoma State University is the
National CLEP center for Southern Oklahoma.
NOTE: The cost is $92.00 per test and prices are subject to change
without notice. For more information, please contact the SOSU testing
center at (580) 745-3022. Additional information is also provided on
their website at http://homepages.se.edu/learningcenter/clep-tests/.
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Subject
Examination
Calculus with Elem
Functions
College Algebra
College Mathematics
College Spanish I
English Composition
with Essay
Financial Accounting
General Biology
General Chemistry
Intro Psychology
Intro Sociology
Principles Of
Macroeconomics
Principles Of
Microeconomics
MSC Course
Equivalence
Minimum
Score
Number of
Credit Hrs
MTH 2215
61
5
MTH 1513
MTH 1413
SPA 1114 &
SPA 1224
52
55
3
3
55
8
ENG 1113
50
3
ACC 2103
BIO 1114
ZOO 1114 or
BOT 1114
CHM 1114 & CHM
1214
PSY 1113
SOC 1113
55
3
60
4
50
8
50
50
3
3
ECO 2113
50
3
ECO 2123
50
3
Students who take the CLEP Examination for English Composition
must take the National Exam with Essay. The minimum score and
number of credit hours are based on the American Council of Education
(ACE) recommendations.
CREDIT FOR ADVANCED PLACEMENT
As listed in the table below, Murray State College will award credit
for the Advanced Placement (AP) Program for high school students.
Advanced Placement courses allow students to take college-level
course work in high school and receive credit from Oklahoma state
colleges and universities. Exam subjects, MSC course equivalency,
minimum scores, and number of credit hours are listed below.
For more information, visit the College Board website at
http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/Controller.jpf or contact your high
school counselor.
Subject Examination
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language
English Literature
European History
Government and
Politics – US
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
MSC Course
Equivalence
Minimum
Score
Number of
Credit Hrs
ART 1113
BIO 1114
MTH 2215
MTH 2315
MTH 2215 & 2315
CHM 1114
CS 1313
ENG 1113
ENG 1213
ENG 1113 & 1213
HST 1433
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
4
5
5
10
4
3
3
3
6
3
GVT 1113
3
3
GEO 2443
ECO 2113
ECO 2123
3
3
3
3
3
3
Music Theory
Physics B
Physics C – Electrical
and Magnetism
Physics C – Mechanics
Psychology
Spanish Language
Studio Art : 2-D Design
Studio Art : 3-D Design
Studio Art Drawing
US History
MU 1202
PHY 1114 & 1214
3
3
2
8
PHY 1214
3
4
PHY 1114
PSY 1113
SPA 1114 & 1214
ART 1123
ART 1133
ART 1213
HST 1483 & 1493
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
8
3
3
3
6
DROP/WITHDRAWAL FROM COURSES
All drops/withdrawals other than administrative withdrawals must
be initiated by the student by contacting the Registrar’s Office or the
MSC Office Suite in Ardmore. After the drop period, there is no refund
made for the withdrawn courses.
Drop. Students may withdraw from a course during the published
“Drop Period”. This is the first ten days of a regular semester or a
proportional time for shorter terms. No record of the course is indicated
on the transcript. Students will receive a full refund for dropping from a
course during this drop period.
Withdrawal. After the published “Drop Period” and any time prior
to the end of the eleventh week of a regular term or a proportional time
for shorter terms, a student may withdraw from a course with a grade of
W. This period of time is called the “Last Day to Receive a W or AW”
and is the 52nd day of a 16 week semester or a proportional time for
shorter terms.
A student withdrawing from a course after the published “Last Day
to Receive a W or AW” will receive a grade of W or F. The grade is
assigned by the instructor and reflects the student’s current academic
standing in the course.
No course withdrawals are permitted during the last two weeks of a
regular term or a proportional time for shorter terms unless extraordinary
circumstances are documented and approved by the Vice President for
Academic Affairs. A student who stops attending a course(s) and does
not officially withdraw from the course(s) will receive a failing grade in
the course(s).
WITHDRAWAL FROM COLLEGE
If a student finds it necessary to withdraw from college before the
completion of the semester in which he/she is enrolled, he/she must fill
out the official withdrawal form in the Academic Advisement Office. All
financial obligations to the college must be met. The student may
withdraw from one course or all of his/her courses according to policy
explained under "Withdrawal From Courses." Students without official
withdrawal from college will result in grades of F.
End of the year checkout procedures begin in the Academic
Advisement Office for all students. To qualify for any refunds of
deposits, a student must complete this procedure.
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STUDENT CONDUCT
Disruptive classroom behavior can negatively affect student
learning and the classroom environment. Disruptive behavior is defined
as students who stalk, intimidate, harass, or badger the course
instructor or other students, sleep in class, enter class late or depart
early, talk in class without being called upon, talk in class while others
are talking, dominate class discussion, exhibit physical displays of
anger, threaten or verbally abuse the instructor or other students, or
have personal hygiene problems that impact class members around
him/her. Students exhibiting disruptive classroom behavior may be
subject to student sanctions as outlined in the instructor’s course
syllabus or subject to disciplinary actions as outlined in the student
handbook.
education records. These rights include:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education
records within 45 days of the day MSC receives a request for
access. (Exceptions to the right to inspect and review records
are: a) confidential letters and statements of recommendation
regarding admission, application for employment, or receipt of
an honor or honorary recognition if the student has waived his
or her right to inspect and review those letters and statements;
and b) financial records of his or her parents.)
Students should submit to the registrar, head of the academic
department, the Academic Affairs Office or other appropriate
official, written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to
inspect. Positive identification of the student shall be required
prior to examination of records. The MSC official will make
arrangements for access and notify the student of the time
and place where the records may be inspected. The student
is not guaranteed the right to seclusion in examining the
records or the right to remove any records. If the MSC official
to whom the request was submitted does not maintain the
records, that official shall advise the student of the correct
official to whom the request should be addressed.
CELL PHONE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY
Murray State College encourages the use of technology throughout
the institutional environment. However, the use of such devices may be
disruptive and disrespectful of others in certain instances. Therefore,
every student is required to adhere to the following policy regarding the
use of electronic devices within the course environment.
Definition: Electronic devices includes cell phones, smartphones,
computers (laptops, notebooks, ereaders, netbooks, and handhelds),
mp3 and other digital audio and video players (including DVD players),
and analog and digital audio and video recording devices (still and
movie cameras), or other devices identified by your instructor.
2.
Students may ask MSC to amend a record that they believe is
inaccurate. They should write the MSC official responsible for
the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want
changed, and specify why it is inaccurate.
Policy Statement: Instructors may restrict or prohibit the use of
personal electronic devices in his or her classroom, lab, or any other
instructional setting. An instructor may allow students to use laptops or
other devices for taking notes, class work, research, or viewing
electronic textbooks.
Students may be directed to turn off electronic devices if the
devices are not being used for approved class purposes. If the student
does not comply, the student may be asked to leave the classroom or
have other disciplinary action taken.
In establishing restrictions, instructors must make reasonable
accommodations for students with disabilities. At the start of the
semester, students with disabilities who require electronic devices for
their day-to-day functioning are to advise the ADA and Disability
Services Compliance Officer in the Academic Advisement Center.
The course instructor reserves the right to withdraw previously
granted approval for the use of an electronic device on an individual or
blanket basis if in the instructor’s best judgment continued use of such
device detracts from the effectiveness of the classroom learning
environment.
STUDENT EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY
(FERPA)
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA-also known as the Buckley Agreement), students of Murray
State College (MSC) are guaranteed certain rights with respect to their
The right to request the amendment of the student’s education
records that the student believes is inaccurate.
If MSC decides not to amend the record as requested by the
student, MSC will notify the student of the decision and advise
the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the
request for amendment. Additional information regarding the
hearing procedures will be provided to the student when
notified of the right to a hearing.
3.
The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable
information contained in the student’s education records,
except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without
consent.
One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is
disclosure to college officials with legitimate educational
interests. A college official is a person employed by MSC in
an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or
support staff position (including law enforcement unit
personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom
MSC has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor or collection
agent); a person serving on the Board of Regents; or a
student serving on an official committee, such as disciplinary
or grievance committee, or assisting another college official in
performing his or her tasks.
A college official has a legitimate educational interest if the
official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill
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his or her professional responsibility.
4.
The right to refuse the release of directory information.
the condition that such party will not permit any other party to have
access to the information without written consent of the student.
If the student chooses to exercise that right, he/she must
appear in person in the Office of the Registrar by the tenth
class day in the fall or spring semesters, or the fifth class day
in the summer term, and sign a form stipulating that
information not be released.
5.
The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education concerning alleged failures by MSC to comply with
the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the
office that administers FERPA are:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20202-4605
RELEASE OF STUDENT INFORMATION
In accordance with FERPA, prior consent of the student is not
required to release directory information. Directory information is a
category of information and does not refer to a publication known as a
“Directory.” Students have the right to refuse the release of directory
information as follows.
Information that MSC has declared to be directory information is
listed below and may be supplied:
Student’s name, address, telephone number, electronic mail
address, photographs, participation in officially recognized
activities and sports, field of study (major), honors and
awards, weight and height of athletes, enrollment status (full
or part-time), dates of attendance, most recent previous
school/college attended, classification, degrees and awards
received and dates of receipt, and anticipated date of
graduation based on completion of hours.
FERPA requires the signed and dated consent of the student for
the release to anyone (including parents) with the following exceptions:
a) other college officials within the educational institution who have
legitimate educational interests; b) to Federal, State and local authorities
conducting an audit, evaluation, or enforcement of education programs;
c) in connection with a student’s application for, or receipt of financial
aid; d) organizations or educational agencies conducting legitimate
research, provided no personal identifiable information about the
student is made public; e) accrediting organizations; f) parents of a
dependent student upon proof of dependency (exclusive of international
students); g) to comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena;
h) in connection with an emergency when such information is necessary
to protect the health or safety of the student or other persons; I)
directory information; j) results of a disciplinary hearing concerning a
student who is an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence and who is
found to have committed a violation of the institution’s rules or policies;
and l) disclosure to the parent of a student under 21 years of age if the
institution determines that the student has committed a violation of its
drug or alcohol rules or policies.
Personal information shall only be transferred to a third party on
Gunsmithing Student in Machine Shop Lab
Murray State College
Tishomingo, Oklahoma
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DISABILITY SERVICES
EQUAL ACCESS
Murray State College is committed to inclusion and equal access of
individuals with disabilities. Individuals will not be discriminated against
on the basis of disability or be denied equal access and appropriate
accommodation to the educational opportunities available at MSC.
“No otherwise qualified person with a disability in the United States
shall, solely on the basis of disability, be denied access to, or the
benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or
activity in any institution receiving federal financial assistance.” –
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
ADMISSIONS
Admission decisions are made without regard to disabilities. All
prospective students are expected to apply to MSC presenting all
necessary documents and testing scores required.
Prospective students with disabilities are not required to identify
themselves to the Registrar Office upon admission or the Academic
Advisement Office upon enrollment. However, those interested in
receiving academic accommodations are encouraged to meet with, or
contact Amanda Baldridge, Director of Academic Advisement or Donna
Roy, Academic Advisor as early as possible to allow for a review of
documentation and the formulation of an accommodation plan.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Students with disabilities may qualify for additional financial aid to
cover special equipment and supplies. Contact the Financial Aid Office
at (580) 371-2371 ext. 143 for more information.
MSC DISABILITY SERVICES OFFERED
Murray State College works to make programs and facilities
available to all students. The Director of Academic Advisement or a
designated Academic Advisor is responsible for receiving a request for
academic or physical accommodations. These individuals will work with
the student to obtain and review the required documentation and will
assign reasonable accommodations based on documentation that
supports the student’s request. Academic accommodations include, but
are not limited to:
• Alternative testing formats
• Allowance to tape lectures
• Volunteer student note takers
• Copy of lecture notes
• Adaptive technology
REQUESTING ACCOMMODATIONS AND SERVICES
First and foremost, the sooner the student notifies the Academic
Advisement Office of their disability the better prepared we can be to
meet your need.
All faculty have incorporated into their course syllabi an ADA
Statement giving information about what to do if the student has a
disability and is wanting to request accommodations.
The Director of Student Life requests (90) days to complete the
process of determining necessary housing arrangements for students
with disability requests.
Students are required to provide appropriate documentation for
their disabilities to the Academic Advisement Office. The amount of
required documentation will be based upon the nature of a disability and
the nature and duration of the requested adjustments. Documentation
must be sufficient enough to support the requests.
Generally, documentation must be within two years of the first
request to MSC. Older documentation will be evaluated on an individual
basis. The purpose for current documentation is to determine current
functional limitations. It is understood that the original diagnosis may
not have changed, but the effects that it had on major life areas may
have changed over time through treatment and adaptation.
Formal written documentation is required by a certified licensed
professional. Such documentation must be typed on letterhead of either
the practitioner or agency hosting practice. The documentation must be
current, and the testing instruments must be appropriate for use with
adults. In general, the documentation of a disability should include the
following:
• A diagnostic statement identifying the disability, date of the
current diagnostic evaluation, and the date of the original
diagnosis;
• A description of the diagnostic criteria used;
• A description of the current functional impact of the disability
for use in establishing the need for and the design of
accommodations;
• Treatments and medications, assistive devices currently
prescribed or in use;
• A description of expected progression or stability of the impact
of the disability over time;
• The credential of the diagnosing professional
FACILITIES
Please keep in mind that high school IEP’s do not count has
“official” documentation documenting a disability but they will be
considered on an individual basis.
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
Any accommodations will be considered. In order for an
accommodation to be granted, it must be supported by the
documentation provided and it must be deemed as reasonable.
Reasonable means that it meets the specific need of the student, does
not present an undue financial burden to the college, and does not alter
a core component of a class or academic curriculum of the college.
Most facilities are fully accessible to students with physical
disabilities by incorporating automatic doors, elevators, and wheelchair
friendly restrooms.
In addition to physical disabilities, MSC can provide reasonable
services and accommodations for students with intellectual disabilities
such as learning disorders, attention deficit disorder, and other medical
disorders.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Academic Advisement
One Murray Campus, Tishomingo, OK 73460
580-371-2371 ext. 187
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Tishomingo Campus.
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ASSESSMENT
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education have
established policy that requires assessment of all students upon
admission to the college and when they are at, or near, completion of
their program of study.
Murray State College is an "open-door" institution and no
Oklahoma resident will be denied admission on the basis of test scores;
however, the entry assessment scores are used to assist academic
advisors with enrolling students in classes for which their prior academic
experience has prepared them.
Prior to enrollment, the prospective student should participate in
standardized testing, such as the ACT, which would indicate the level of
his/her academic achievements, and their potential for academic
learning. For those students who have not participated in such testing,
the College will provide diagnostic testing prior to enrollment.
Exit assessment scores are used to measure the academic gain
achieved during the student's time in college. This information is useful
to both the student and the college in planning for the future. Potential
graduates with no more than six transfer hours are required to take the
CAAP (Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency) during their
final semester. The exit assessment scores can, at the request of the
student, be forwarded to the college of choice so the student does not
need to take the mid-level assessment required by four-year institutions.
Student participation in the assessment process is an important
part of the educational experience. Contact the academic advisement
staff for further information.
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
The academic adviser takes a special interest in the welfare of their
advisee and endeavors to assist the student in attaining academic
success as well as assisting in the student's growth as an individual
outside of the classroom. All students, regardless of major, are
welcome to utilize the Academic Advisement Office, which is located in
the Student Services Building on the Tishomingo campus or the MSC
Office Suite in Ardmore. The staff is available to all students who might
have concerns in academic and vocational areas.
opportunities for students to explore and select a career which best
meets their needs, interests, and abilities.
LIBRARY/LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
MSC Library/Learning Resource Center is a comfortable service
oriented facility. A friendly knowledgeable staff is available to assist
students in the use of electronic library resources; which include the
MSC catalog, online full-text periodicals, and credible web-based
databases.
In addition to books, e-books, DVD’s, and audio books, the library
also subscribes to local newspapers and has magazines available for
recreational reading. Study groups are encouraged to use the library
conference room.
The Help Center, located in the Library/LRC offers free tutoring
services by professional tutors in a variety of subject areas; including
writing, math, science, liberal arts, and business. Computers with
Internet access are available for student use. Contact (580) 371-2371
ext. 207 for more information.
SUBSTANCE USE/ABUSE COUNSELING SERVICES
The Student Affairs Office provides referral services for students.
Murray State College has adopted a drug-free campus policy (Public
Law 101-226). A copy of this policy is available from the Student Affairs
Office.
STUDENT RETENTION
Murray State College (MSC) initiated an intensive college-wide
retention program in the fall semester of the 1985-1986 academic year.
The four areas of the retention program provide students assistance in
adapting to the demands of college. The goal is to retain the largest
possible enrollment of successful students.
1.
2.
STUDENT ORIENTATION
All first-time, full-time freshmen students seeking a degree or
certificate are required to enroll in the student orientation program. The
program provides the college and student with information essential to
improved chances for student success in a program of study. The
orientation program awards one semester hour of credit for those
students completing the program. The orientation program provides for
faculty interaction, and assists students in understanding the college
environment. Students gain a better understanding of expectations of
college faculty and come to better know the services and personnel
available to them at the college.
CAREER GUIDANCE
Many students entering Murray State College have not determined
a major field of study. The goal of career guidance is to provide
3.
4.
College-Wide Student Assessment. Student Assessment is
designed to assure that all new students will be assessed for
appropriate placement in college curricula.
Remediation Curriculum. The Remediation Curriculum is
designed to provide the student with preparation in the basic
skills necessary to perform college work. The Remediation
Curriculum consists of the following basic skills courses for
students who have been assessed and found to be deficient:
College Reading I, 3 hrs.; Basic English I, 3 hrs.; Basic
English II, 3 hours; Introductory Math, 3 hrs.; Beginning
Algebra, 3 hrs.; and Intermediate Algebra, 3 hrs.
Tutoring Help/Success Center. Designed to provide
assistance by offering free tutoring services.
Social Integration of Students. Social events and activities
are scheduled to enhance student involvement on campus.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The office of Student Support Services is a federally funded
program designed to assist eligible students with their academic
endeavors. The program's goal is to improve the retention and
graduation rate of eligible students. Services offered include academic
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advisement, career and personal counseling, financial aid counseling,
study skills workshops, and transfer assistance.
To meet the eligibility requirements, you must:
1. Be enrolled as a MSC student
2. Have an academic need and
3. Belong to one of the following groups:
a. First-generation college student (neither Parent has a 4year college degree)
b. Financially disadvantaged (as determined by federal
guidelines) or
c. Have a documented disability.
For more information, call (580) 371-2371, extension 203, or come by
the Student Support Services office.
VOLUNTARY HEALTH PROGRAMS
Voluntary programs of student health protection are made available
by insurance companies. This protection is designed to meet the needs
of students in case of serious illness or accident. The programs provide
"year-round" protection to students both during school terms and
summer vacations and are available to students at a special, very low
cost. Information concerning these voluntary programs is available in
the Business Office.
HOUSING REQUIRED RESIDENCE
All unmarried students are required to live in college housing as
long as resident housing rooms are available on the main campus. This
requirement will not apply to unmarried students who:
1. Attend classes at the Ardmore location.
2. Live with parents or relatives in Tishomingo.
3. Commute from a place of residence (parents or relatives
outside of Tishomingo).
4. Have a financial need to work for room in lieu of paying rent.
Approval for this arrangement must be obtained from the
Student Life Coordinator.
5. Live in approved student cooperative houses.
6. Have a medical condition which could be aggravated by their
living in the dorm. This condition must be certified by a
medical doctor. Approval shall be petitioned with the Student
Life Coordinator.
7. Are 21 years of age or older.
MENINGOCOCCAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT FOR
RESIDENT HOUSING STUDENTS
Oklahoma Statutes, Title 70 §3244, requires that all students in any
public or private postsecondary educational institution in this state who
reside in on-campus student housing shall be vaccinated against
meningococcal disease.
Information handouts are provided to any student indicating an
interest in resident housing, on the risks associated with meningococcal
disease and on the availability and effectiveness of any vaccine. The
statute requires compliance by all students prior to moving into resident
housing.
The statute permits the student or, if the student is a minor, the
student’s parent or other legal representative, to sign a written waiver
stating that the student has received and reviewed the information
provided on the risks associated with meningococcal disease and on the
availability and effectiveness of the vaccine, and has chosen not to be
or not to have the student vaccinated.
TRANSFER SERVICES
The Academic Advisement Office maintains current catalogs from
Oklahoma four-year universities plus some from surrounding states.
The Academic Advisement staff will assist those students wanting to
transfer to a university after completing their program at Murray.
Representatives from Oklahoma universities will be on campus at
various times throughout the academic year to answer questions of
students.
After the resident has signed a student housing contract, the
contract may be terminated by the resident for official withdrawal from
the college or upon graduation. Room and board payments are due by
the first day of classes unless other arrangements have been made
through the business office. If the resident withdraws from the college
or moves out of resident housing during the contract period, the student
is still responsible for room and board charges for that academic term
and the security deposit is forfeited. Failure to follow proper check-out
procedures may result in a forfeiture of the deposit. Check-out
Procedures should be initiated with the Director of Student Life.
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GENERAL
Many of the most beneficial experiences and lasting impressions in
college are those acquired in extra-class activities (hereafter referred to
as student activities). MSC endeavors, therefore, to provide a variety of
student activities. All student activities must have the approval of the
Director of Student Life and be sponsored by a member of the faculty.
Any funds collected by student organizations must be deposited with
and dispensed through the college Business Office.
ORGANIZATIONS
All student organizations are required to operate under
constitutions which conform to the educational objectives and
administrative regulations of the college. The Student Government
Association is the chartering body for new organizations.
Student Government Association (SGA). The student body
organization of Murray State College each year elects a Student
Government Association to represent it in school affairs. The SGA is
composed of a president, a vice-president, parliamentarian, a secretary
and a treasurer, elected from the student body at large; and a
representative from each of the recognized campus organizations or
clubs. All representatives and officers of the SGA are required to
maintain good standing in order to be continued as representatives.
The SGA is empowered to: recommend any rules necessary for the
betterment of the College; grant charters to clubs and organizations;
and, sponsor and supervise many matters concerning extra-curricular
activities of the College.
ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
Alpha Beta Gamma. The Lambda Chapter of Murray State
College is a member of Alpha Beta Gamma which is a National
Business Honor Fraternity for junior colleges established to recognize
and encourage scholarship among college students in business
curricula. To be eligible for membership, a student must meet the
following criteria: 1) be a declared major within the Business Division –
Business, Management, Computer Science, or Computer Information
Systems; 2) have completed a minimum of 40 credit hours toward a
degree; and, 3) have an overall academic excellence of 3.5 GPA or
higher. Final selection for membership in the organization is made by
Business Division faculty whose selection is based not only on the
scholastic requirement but also on qualities of character and leadership.
Invitations to join are extended once each year during the spring
semester.
Delta Psi Omega. Delta Psi Omega is the national honorary
fraternity for people interested in theater. The main purpose is to
stimulate interest in dramatic activities, and to secure all the advantages
of a large national honorary fraternity. Delta Psi Omega develops
theater related projects and provides many services for the production
program.
Phi Theta Kappa. Phi Theta Kappa is the national Honor Society
for junior colleges. To become a member of Phi Theta Kappa, a student
must meet the following standards: 1) a grade-point average of 3.5 or
above; 2) must have completed not fewer than twelve semester hours of
work leading to an Associate Degree; 3) must be an MSC campus
student or enrolled at the Ardmore Higher Education Center through
MSC; 4) no grades for courses taken at another institution may be
considered when determining membership eligibility; and, 5) grades for
courses completed at MSC more than five years prior to present
enrollment will not be used for membership eligibility. Final selection for
membership in the organization is made by faculty committee whose
selection is based not only on the scholastic requirement but also on
qualities of character and leadership. Invitations to join are extended
twice each year, during the fall semester and during the spring
semester.
President's Scholars Program. The President's Scholars
Program was organized in 1984 for the purpose of identifying and
allowing academically gifted students to know and work closely with
each other, to provide them with the extra opportunities for developing
the study and learning skills necessary for academic success, and to
expose them to cultural, educational, and research experiences beyond
those received by the ordinary college student.
Students participate in bi-weekly seminars and honors option
research projects. Guest speakers, films, debates, and panel
discussions enliven the seminars. Each semester, the group takes
cultural and educational field trips related to that semester's topic. Each
trip is designed to be academically and culturally enriching as well as
enjoyable.
Sigma Phi Alpha. Students interested in Music and Art maintain
an active organization on the campus. This organization presents
recitals during the school year, usually before the Christmas holidays
and during the spring semester. Additionally in the spring, Sigma Phi
Alpha sponsors Fine Arts Week and arranges the annual art show. The
Murray musical groups present concerts and entertainments both on
and off campus during the year as well as making concert tours.
SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS
Characters' Club. The Characters' Club is an organization
dedicated to furthering drama and art on campus. It is Characters'
Club's goal to broaden theatrical and artistic awareness on campus by
helping with the two plays and eight art shows each academic year.
Any student -- full- or part-time -- can be a member of the club, and
assist in decisions regarding activities such as trips, dances, carnivals,
etc.
“M” Club. The purpose of this organization is to promote the
enrichment of education, athletics and recreational/social activities of
students participating in collegiate activities such as women’s and men’s
basketball, baseball and softball.
NICHE. The term niche describes an organisms way of life and the
impact it has on the environment. The student organization NICHE sets
out to help its members understand their role in the "big picture". In this
setting, classmates can meet to discuss their coursework, organize club
activities, or just enjoy a little time away from their busy schedule.
NICHE members are also responsible for inviting and introducing
seminar speakers. The seminars are often used as a form of extra
credit in science classes and represent an ideal way to expose a
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significant number of our science students to research which applies to
what they have learned in science classes. NICHE also spends time
organizing fund-raisers for club activities, providing community-related
services and taking part in SGA organized functions. The specific goals
of the student organization NICHE is to educate students and the
community about environmental concerns, the importance of
volunteering and education about protecting wildlife. For more
information on Niche, contact Michele Elmer at [email protected] or
ext. 217.
MSC Criminal Justice Club (Justice League). The MSC Criminal
Justice Club, also known as the Justice League, seeks to promote the
advancement of criminal justice students by providing networking
opportunities, field trips, and career development.
Murray State College Team Roping Club. The Team Roping
Club at Murray State College allows students to participate in all
collegiate rodeo events. Members of the club have the opportunity to
use the college arena and facilities. Members consist of barrel racers
and team, break away and calf ropers.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Association. All
students enrolled in the technical phase of the Occupational Therapy
Assistant (OTA) program are eligible for membership. The purpose of
the organization is to promote the enrichment of education and social
activities of the OTA student.
Physical Therapist Assistant Student Association. All students
enrolled in the technical phase of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
program are eligible for membership. The purpose of the organization is
to promote the enrichment of education and social activities of the PTA
student.
Phi Beta Lambda. Phi Beta Lambda is a national association of
nearly 12,000 students interested in becoming more successful in the
business world. Students are given opportunities to interact with area
business leaders and to test their business skills in state and national
competitions. The MSC Chapter re-activated its charter in 2008. Local
chapter activities include regularly scheduled meetings, business tours,
social activities and study sessions to prepare for competition. Any
student interested in a business or business-related field is welcome to
join.
Murray State College Student Chapter of National Association
of Veterinary Technicians in America. Student Chapter of National
Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is a national
association for veterinary technicians. Murray State College veterinary
technology holds a student chapter membership which provides an
individual membership for each veterinary technology student.
Membership enables students to experience the responsibilities that go
along with being members of a national professional organization and
allows them the opportunity to further develop an understanding of the
profession beyond Oklahoma by providing a network with other
veterinary technology students throughout the United States and other
countries.
Student Nurses Association. All students enrolled in nursing
courses are eligible for membership in the association which is a
constituent of the Oklahoma Nursing Student Association. The purpose
of the organization is to help prepare the student for assumption of
professional responsibilities.
TRIBAL (Today’s Role in Becoming America’s Leaders). A
Native American student organization at Murray State College; however,
students do not have to be Native American to be a member. The
organization is open to anyone interested in learning about and
educating the public about Native American culture, both past and
present. Membership is $10.00 for the Fall/Spring semesters.
CLUBS
Among other active clubs on campus are the Child Development,
Collegiate FFA, Gunsmithing, and the Resident Housing Council.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONS
MSC Alumni Association. The MSC Alumni Association enables
the College to promote a life-long relationship between MSC and its
graduates. It enables MSC to provide a continuing fellowship among
the alumni through many activities including an annual meeting and
reunion. The MSC Alumni Association is open to others who support
MSC and are called Murray Friends. If you would like to join the Alumni
Association or would like more information, please contact Karen
Cantrell, Office of External Relations at (580) 371-2371 ext. 137 or by
email to [email protected].
Nurses Alumni Association. All graduates of the nursing
program are members of the association. The purposes of the
association are to stimulate continuing education and to foster continued
communication among the graduates and with the nursing program.
Veterinary Technology Alumni Association. All graduates of the
Veterinary Technology Program are members of the Association,
established to maintain the commitment to life-long learning and
involvement in organized veterinary medicine. Annual events provide
opportunities for MSC Veterinary Technology graduates to stay in touch
with classmates and colleagues.
ATHLETICS
Recognizing the almost universal popularity of competitive sports
and the desirability of providing opportunities for physical development
and expression, Murray State College offers a well-rounded program of
intercollegiate and intramural sports as well as classroom instruction in
Health Wellness and Human Performance. All athletics, interscholastic
and intramural, are under the direction of specially trained members of
the faculty.
Pursuant to the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (IASA, Section
360B(b) (7) and (34 CFR Part 668, Sections 668.41 and 668.48) Murray
State College provides data on participation rates, financial support, and
other information on intercollegiate athletic programs to students,
parents, and the general public. The report will be available after
October of the current year in either the MSC Athletic Department, the
MSC Business Office, or at www.mscok.edu.
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GRADES AND GRADE POINTS
Instructors submit grades at mid-term and at the end of each
semester. Instructors determine the grade point average earned to that
point in time and translate the scale into the appropriate letter grade.
Students must log into their IQ Web account to view and/or print grade
reports. Mid-term grades are advisory only. At the end of each
semester, final grades are recorded on a student’s official transcript.
At the conclusion of a course, one of the following grades will be
listed on the student’s transcript along with the course title.
A – (4.0 Grade Point) Excellent
B – (3.0 Grade Point) Good
C – (2.0 Grade Point) Average
D – (1.0 Grade Point) Below Average
F – (0.0 Grade Point) Failure
NOTE: To satisfy degree requirements, students majoring in certain
programs must earn a C or better or B or better in specified courses.
AU-(Audit) The student audited the course. The student receives no
credit for the course and the grade of AU is not used in computing grade
point averages.
AW-(Administrative Withdrawal) The student has been “involuntarily”
withdrawn by the institution during the designated semester for
disciplinary or financial reasons, inadequate attendance, or other
administrative reasons. An Administrative Withdrawal for disciplinary or
financial reasons requires approval by the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. An AW grade is not used in computing grade point averages. 1
I-(Incomplete) Used at the instructor's discretion. An I indicates the
student is passing and has completed a substantial portion of the course
work but has been unavoidably detained from completion of the course.
The submittal of an I grade must be accompanied by a written
agreement between the student and the instructor of record detailing the
provisions required to satisfy all course requirements within a 90 day
period. After requirements are satisfied, the instructor submits a change
of grade to the Registrar. I grades that are not changed remain as a
permanent I and are not used in computing grade point averages or
retention GPAs.
N-(Not Reported) An N grade is used to indicate that the semester
grade was not submitted by the instructor by the appropriate deadline.
The N grade must be replaced by the appropriate letter grade prior to
the end of the subsequent semester. The N grade is not used in
computing grade point averages or retention GPAs.
P-(Passing) A P is a neutral mark indicating minimal competencies
have been met. A P is also used to indicate credit earned through
1Administrative withdrawals due to inadequate attendance may be assigned (with
the appropriate approval) at any time the determination is made that a student
cannot achieve a passing grade even if attendance is resumed. Students should
note that any withdrawal can result in termination or repayment of financial aid
received.
advanced standing examination. The grade of P is not used in
computing grade point averages or retention GPAs.
S-(Satisfactory) In a limited number of courses, the grades S and U are
used. An S is a neutral mark indicating minimal competencies have
been met. The grade of S is not used in computing grade point
averages or retention GPAs (i.e. PE activity courses and 0-level
courses).
U-(Unsatisfactory) The grade of U indicates that a student did not meet
minimum requirements in a course designated for S/U grading. The
grade of U is not used in computing grade point averages or retention
GPAs (i.e. PE activity courses and 0-level courses).
W-(Official Withdrawal) The student has officially withdrawn from the
course. The student may withdraw as late as the twelfth week of a
sixteen-week semester (or 3/4 of the duration of a shorter course) and
automatically receive the grade of W. The W grade is not used in
computing grade point averages. 2
GRADE APPEAL
It is the student’s responsibility to review their academic transcript
at the end of each semester to verify grades. An appeal of any final
grade must be initiated within 60 calendar days of the end of the
semester. Appeals will not be accepted after this deadline.
A student choosing to appeal a final grade should first consult with
the course instructor. If an agreed upon solution is not possible, the
student may contact the Academic Affairs Office for information on
further procedures.
REMEDIAL COURSES
Any course with a number that begins with zero (0) is a remedial,
pre-collegiate course designed to prepare students for collegiate-level
course work. Collegiate-level credit is not awarded for completion of
such courses and, thus, cannot be applied toward graduation.
No remedial courses are calculated in the retention, graduation, or
cumulative grade point averages. No remedial courses apply toward
graduation. Students must complete remedial courses within the first 24
hours attempted.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Students representing the college through participation in any
college sponsored "Special Talent" activities, i.e., collegiate athletics,
judging teams, dramatic productions, etc., are required to maintain
either a term or a retention/ graduation grade point of not less than 2.0
unless the activity has an external governing agency. If the activity has
2 No record of a course is indicated on a transcript if the student withdraws during
the add/drop period (first 10 days of a regular semester and a proportional time for
shorter terms). Permission of the academic adviser is required for this withdrawal.
Students who withdraw after the 10th class day and until the end of the 11th
week of a regular semester and a proportional time for shorter terms will receive a
grade of W. Students withdrawing after the 11th week of a regular semester and a
proportional time for shorter terms will receive a grade of W or F, depending on the
student's standing. The grade is assigned by the instructor and reflects the
student’s current academic standing in the course. Permission of the instructor is
required. A grade of W is GPA neutral; a grade of F is calculated into the GPA.
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an external governing agency, the GPA eligibility criteria for that agency
will be applied. Grade point will be confirmed at the end of each
semester.
Students participating must meet all requirements set by the local,
state, or national governing bodies of their particular activities.
TRANSFER OF CREDITS
Credits earned at this college are fully transferable to other
educational institutions. The student is advised to consult the catalog of
his or her selected senior college in order to enroll in appropriate
courses required by that college. Semester hours applicable toward a
degree at senior colleges usually total 64 hours.
TRANSCRIPTS
A limit of 5 copies of transcripts per semester of a student's college
record will be issued without cost to the student upon their written
request.
ACADEMIC STANDING
RETENTION STANDARDS
A retention grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.00 is required
for graduation from Murray State College. A student who fails to meet
the following requirements will be placed on academic probation:
Hours Attempted:
0-30
Greater than 30
Retention GPA:
1.7
2.0
Freshman students, 30 or fewer credit hours, with a retention GPA
of 1.7 to less than 2.0 will be placed on academic notice.
whose appeals are denied and other suspended students may, after
one regular semester (fall or spring), petition the Admissions Appeals
Committee for readmission on probation. Suspended students can be
readmitted only one time. Students readmitted on academic probation
must maintain a 2.0 retention GPA each semester or meet the minimum
standard required as listed above or be suspended again. Should a
reinstated student be suspended a second time, they cannot return to
Murray until such time as they have demonstrated, by attending another
institution and completing a minimum of 12 collegiate hours, the ability
to succeed academically by raising their retention GPA to the retention
standards.
REPEATED COURSES
A student has the prerogative to repeat courses and have only the
second grade earned, even if it is lower than the first grade, count in the
calculation of the GPA, up to a maximum of 4 courses or 18 credit hours
but not to exceed 18 hours in courses in which the original grade earned
was a D or F. The first attempt shall be recorded on the transcript with
the earned grade. The second course with its grade will be listed in the
semester earned. The Explanation of Grades section of the transcript
will note that only the second grade earned is used in the calculation of
the retention and graduation GPAs. If a student repeats an individual
course more than once, all grades earned, with the exception of the first,
are used to calculate the retention and graduation GPAs. Students
repeating courses above the first 4 courses or 18 credit hours of Ds or
Fs repeated may do so with the original grades and repeat grades
averaged.
GUIDELINES FOR ACADEMIC REPRIEVE REQUESTS
A student may request an academic reprieve according to the
following guidelines:
Any student not maintaining satisfactory progress toward their
academic objective as indicated above will be placed on probation for
one semester. At the end of that probationary semester, the student
must have a semester retention GPA of 2.0, not to include activity or
performance courses, or meet the minimum retention GPA standard
required above, in order to continue as a student. Students not meeting
either of these criteria will be immediately suspended and may not be
readmitted until one regular semester (fall or spring) has elapsed.
1.
Students suspended in the spring semester may attend the
summer session immediately following spring suspension at the
discretion of the Admissions Appeals Committee. Such students may
enroll only in core academic courses which meet general education
requirements or degree requirements. Students who fail to achieve
retention standards after the appealed summer session will remain on
suspension with the phrase “suspension continued” entered on the
transcript and may not be readmitted until one regular semester (fall or
spring) has elapsed. This option is only eligible for first-time suspension
students.
3.
A student may appeal academic suspension for immediate
reinstatement by submitting a written request to the Admissions Appeals
Committee within three days of notification of suspension. The written
appeal must document extraordinary personal circumstances. Students
2.
4.
5.
At least three years must have elapsed between the period in
which the grades being requested reprieved were earned and
the reprieve request.
Prior to requesting the academic reprieve, the student must
have earned a retention GPA of 2.0 or higher with no grade
lower than a C in all subsequent regularly graded course work
(minimum of 12 hours) excluding activity or performance
courses. This course work may have been completed at any
accredited higher education institution.
The request may be for one semester or term of enrollment or
two consecutive semesters or terms of enrollment. If the
reprieve is awarded, all grades and hours during the
enrollment period are included. If the student's request is for
two consecutive semesters, MSC may choose to reprieve only
one semester.
The student must petition for consideration of an academic
reprieve by submitting a written request (with an
accompanying transcript) listing which semester(s) are being
requested for reprieve and outlining extenuating
circumstances that resulted in poor grades. The request must
be submitted to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment
Management for review and action.
All courses remain on the student’s transcript, but are not
calculated in the student’s retention/graduation GPA. Course
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6.
work with a passing grade included in a reprieved semester
may be used to demonstrate competency in the subject
matter. However, the course work may not be used to fulfill
credit hour requirements.
The student may not receive more than one academic
reprieve during their academic career.
For students receiving academic reprieve:
1. The explanation of grades section of the transcript will note
the courses and semester(s) reprieved.
2. The transcript will reflect the retention and graduation GPAs
excluding reprieved courses/semesters.
3. The transcript will also note the cumulative GPA, which
includes all attempted regularly graded course work.
All the above information must be sent to:
Admissions Office
One Murray Campus
The Academic Reprieve Request will then be brought to committee
for approval or denial. The student will be notified of decision by mail.
Note: Students who receive a reprieve and who plan to transfer to
another college/university should be aware that the receiving institution
has the option of honoring the academic reprieve received at MSC.
For students who transfer to MSC from another State System
institution, MSC has the option of honoring course work/semesters
reprieved at that institution. Determination will be made by the Assistant
Vice President of Enrollment Management.
GUIDELINES FOR ACADEMIC RENEWAL REQUEST
A student may request an academic renewal according to the
following guidelines:
1. At least five years must have elapsed between the last
semester being renewed and the renewal request.
2. Prior to requesting the academic renewal, the student must
have earned a GPA of 2.0 or higher with no grade lower than
a C in all regularly graded course work (minimum of 12 hours)
excluding activity or performance courses. This course work
may have been completed at any accredited higher education
institution.
3. The request will be for all courses completed before the date
specified in the request for renewal.
4. The student must petition for consideration of an academic
renewal by submitting a written request (with an
accompanying transcript) listing which semester(s) are being
requested for renewal and outlining extenuating
circumstances that resulted in poor grades. The request must
be submitted to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment
Management for review and action.
5. All courses remain on the student’s transcript, but are not
calculated in the student’s retention/graduation GPA. Neither
the content nor credit hours of renewed course work may be
used to fulfill any degree or graduation requirements.
6.
The student may not receive more than one academic
renewal during their academic career.
For students receiving academic renewal:
1. The explanation of grades section of the transcript will note
the courses and semester(s) renewed.
2. The transcript will reflect the retention and graduation GPAs
excluding renewed courses/semesters.
3. The transcript will also note the cumulative GPA, which
includes all attempted regularly graded course work.
Students who receive a renewal and who plan to transfer to
another college/university should be aware that the receiving institution
has the option of honoring the academic renewal received at MSC.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS IN NURSING COURSES
Students enrolled in nursing courses must maintain a 2.0 retention
grade point average for each nursing course and in specified support
courses in order to enroll in subsequent nursing courses and in order to
graduate (see Nursing brochure and degree plan).
Nursing courses are comprised of theoretical study and clinical
laboratory experience. A satisfactory standard of performance must be
maintained in both portions of each nursing course. No student who
has unsatisfactory clinical performance will be given a 2.0 or above
grade.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS IN THE OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPY ASSISTANT PROGRAM
Students enrolled in occupational therapy assistant (OTA) courses
must maintain a 2.0 retention grade point average for each OTA course
in the second year or technical phase of the program in order to enroll in
subsequent OTA courses and in order to graduate.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS IN THE PHYSICAL
THERAPIST ASSISTANT PROGRAM
Students enrolled in physical therapist assistant (PTA) courses
must maintain a 2.0 retention grade point average for each PTA course
in the second year or technical phase of the program in order to enroll in
subsequent PTA courses and in order to graduate.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS IN THE VETERINARY
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Students enrolled in the Veterinary Technology Program must
maintain a 2.0 retention grade point average for each Veterinary
Technology course in order to enroll in subsequent Veterinary
Technology courses. Veterinary Technology courses include both theory
and clinical laboratory components and students must maintain
satisfactory progress in both areas of study. No student who has
unsatisfactory clinical performance will be given a 2.0 or above grade.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Who's Who at Murray State College. Students who qualify for
this award must be currently enrolled, full-time students who have
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completed at least one year as full-time students at Murray State
College. They must have earned at least a 2.25 retention grade-point
average in work taken. Nomination is made by the faculty and final
selection is determined by the Heads of Departments serving in
committee.
President's Honor Roll. To qualify for this award, which is
awarded each regular semester, a student must be enrolled in a
minimum of twelve credit hours of collegiate level course work and must
have received no grade lower than an A. Honor will not be awarded
during a semester in which remediation courses are taken.
Vice President’s Honor Roll. This award, also granted each
regular semester, is given to students enrolled in a minimum of twelve
credit hours of collegiate level course work who have no grade lower
than a B. Honor will not be awarded during a semester in which
remediation courses are taken.
President's Scholars. To participate in this honors program at
MSC, the student must be admitted to the President's Scholars
Program, execute all program requirements satisfactorily, and maintain
a 3.25 retention GPA.
Special Awards.
Students graduating with honors (see
"Graduation with Honors") and those with a 4.0 retention GPA are
recognized each year at Commencement. Plaques, etc. are mailed to
recipients after Registrar's verification of final retention GPA.
Students most outstanding in activities are recognized at the
annual Honors and Awards presentation.
Commencement Ceremony
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Murray State College’s curriculum is designed to provide the
general education needed to produce literate, informed, and involved
citizens. It provides training in written and oral communication skills,
critical thinking, and knowledge about the history and political system of
the United States, and of world culture. It exposes the student to
literature, and to the visual and performing arts. It grounds students in
the basic mathematical, scientific, and computer skills necessary to
function in the modern world. General Education curriculum at Murray
State College emphasizes the development of writing and critical
thinking skills.
AAS DEGREE CHECKLIST
Minimum Credit Hours: 60
Minimum Retention/Graduation GPA: 2.00
Minimum of 15 of last 21 hours must be taken with MSC
Section A
General Education Core (19-20 Credit Hours)
Area 1
Effective Communication
6 Credit Hours
ENG
1113
English Comp I
ENG
1213
English Comp II
SPC
1113
Fundamentals of Speech
Area 2
History and Political Awareness
Area 3
General Electives
AA OR AS DEGREE CHECKLIST
Minimum Credit Hours: 63
Minimum Retention/Graduation GPA: 2.00
Minimum of 15 of last 21 hours must be taken with MSC
Section A
General Education Core (40-41 Credit Hours)
Area 1
Effective Communication
1113
English Comp I
ENG
1213
English Comp II
6 Credit Hours
HST
1483
U.S. History to 1877
HST
1493
U.S. History since 1877
GVT
1113
American Fed Govt
Area 3
Scientific Reasoning
Must include at least one lab course
8 Credit Hours
* Prerequisite Required. Check Course Descriptions.
Lab Science
6 Credit Hours
AP
2124
Human A&P I*
AP
2134
Human A&P II*
BIO
1114
General Biology
BIO
1404
Principles of Biology*
HST
1483
U.S. History to 1877
BOT
1114
General Botany
HST
1493
U.S. History since 1877
CHM
1114
General Chemistry I
GVT
1113
American Fed Govt
CHM
1214
General Chemistry II*
CHM
2345
Organic Chemistry*
CHM
2114
Qualitative Analysis*
CHM
2214
Quantitative Analysis*
6 Credit Hours
1 Credit Hour
HUM 1111 or any humanities course listed in the AA/AS general education
requirements.
Business & Computer Technology majors may also complete BUS 2841
Contemporary Business Issues.
Area 5
Orientation
ENG
Area 2
History and Political Awareness
See specific program curriculum. These general electives are listed as
transferable on the State System Course Equivalency Project Matrices.
Area 4
Humanities
6 Credit Hours
1 Credit Hour
First-Time college students who attend full-time are required to take ORI 1011
their entering fall/spring semester. Others will need to take an additional hour of
elective.
Section B
Program Requirements (44-45 Credit Hours)
Additional College Credit Courses
Does not include PE Activity, Intercollegiate Sports or Zero Level Courses
CON
1404
Con of Nat Resources
GEOL
1014
General Geology
Intro to Microbiology*
MIC
2224
PHY
1114
General Physics I*
PHY
1214
General Physics II*
PHY
2015
Engineering Physics I*
PHY
2115
Engineering Physics II*
ZOO
1114
General Zoology
PHS
1114
General Physical Science
SCI
2224
Earth, Space & Environ
Non-Lab Science
Area 4
Humanities
6 Credit Hours
Must include one course from any of the two following areas:
* Humanities I and II (HUM2113 & HUM2223) may be taken to fulfill the Humanities requirement.
Literature
ENG
2413
Introduction to Literature
ENG
2433
Intro to World Literature
ENG
2543
English Lit thru 18th Cent
ENG
2653
English Lit since 19th Cent
ENG
2773
American Lit to1865
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ENG
2883
American Lit since 1865
ENG
2713
Native American Lit
1113
Music Appreciation
1113
Art Appreciation
HUM
2113
Humanities I
HUM
2223
Humanities II
HUM
2233
Travel Studies
CON
2233
Mexican Ecology & Culture
HST
1423
World Civilization to 1500
HST
1433
World Civilization since 1500
TH
1133
Introduction to Theatre
MTH
1413
MTH
1513
Music
MU
Art
ART
* Humanities
History
Theatre
Area 5
Math
3 Credit Hours
Survey of Math*
College Algebra*
Or any course higher than MTH 1513
Area 6
Liberal Arts
3 Credit Hours
Area 7
Arts & Sciences
3 Credit Hours
ENG 2123
Creative Writing
Includes courses listed in Area 2-Area 6. Includes courses with prefixes of BC,
COM, DOL, FA, HP, LIB, RE, and SPC.
2 Credit Hours
PE
1112
Personal Health
PE
2212
First Aid
PE
1132
Lifetime Wellness
Or any PE Activity course
Area 9
Computer Proficiency
Area 10
Orientation
CIS
1113
3 Credit Hours
Computer Applications
1 Credit Hour
First-Time college students who attend full-time are required to take ORI 1011
their entering fall/spring semester. Others will need to take an additional hour of
elective.
Section B
Program Requirements (22-23 Credit Hours)
Additional College Credit Courses
Do not include PE Activity, Intercollegiate Sports or Zero Level Courses
At least 15 of the final 21 semester hours, exclusive of
correspondence work, must be completed at MSC. Enrollment at more
than one college simultaneously while a person is in residence at
Murray State College must have prior approval of the Registrar’s Office.
COURSES NOT APPLYING TOWARD GRADUATION
There are a number of courses in which a student may earn credit
that do not apply toward meeting graduation requirements. These
courses include all zero-level courses and PE activity courses (such as
PE 1011).
CHANGES IN DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
If degree requirements change, a student seeking a degree may
satisfy requirements as stated in the catalog at the beginning of
continuous enrollment. Continuous enrollment is defined as
uninterrupted enrollment of regular semesters until graduation. Any
changes imposed by law or policies by governing regulatory boards or
agencies become effective at the date specified regardless of
continuous enrollment. If a student interrupts enrollment, the student
must satisfy requirements as stated in the MSC catalog effective at the
time of re-entry.
COMMENCEMENT
At least one course from one of the following areas:
Behavioral Science (Psychology or Sociology), Social Sciences, Foreign
Language, Fine Arts (Art, Music or Drama). Includes courses with prefixes of
ART, ASL, CJ, ECO, GEO, GVT, HST, MU, PSY, SOC, SPA, or TH
Area 8
Health Wellness & Physical
Education
RESIDENCE CREDIT
Commencement exercises are held at the close of the regular
spring session. Students are encouraged to apply for graduation in the
Registrar's Office during the early enrollment period for the semester in
which the student expects to finish degree requirements.
GRADUATION WITH HONORS
To be eligible for graduation with honors from MSC, students must
1. Satisfactory completion of all general MSC graduation
requirements.
2. Satisfactory cumulative grade point average:
a. Cum Laude (3.5-3.74)
b. Magna Cum Laude (3.75-3.94)
c. Summa Cum Laude (3.95-4.0)
DESCRIPTIONS OF COURSE PREFIXES
Prefix
ACC
AG
AGE
AGR
ASL
AP
ANS
ART
BF
BIO
BOT
BUS
BC
Description
Accounting
Agriculture
Agriculture Economics
Agronomy
American Sign Language
Anatomy & Physiology
Animal Science
Art
Banking & Finance
Biology
Botany
Business
Business Communication
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BM
CHM
CHA
CD
CHI
COM
CIS
CS
CON
CJ
DOL
ECO
ENG
ENT
FIN
FA
GEO
GEOL
GVT
GS
HS
HWP
HST
HP
HUM
LIB
MTH
MOA
MIC
MU
NUR
NUT
OTA
ORI
PHS
PTA
PHY
PSY
RE
SCI
SL
SS
SOC
SW
SPA
SPC
TH
VA
VT
ZOO
Business Management
Chemistry
Chickasaw
Child Development
Chinese
Communication
Computer Information System
Computer Science
Conservation
Criminal Justice
Dynamics of Leadership
Economics
English
Entomology
Finance
Fine Arts
Geography
Geology
Government
Gunsmithing
Health Science
Health Wellness and Human Performance
History
Honors Program
Humanities
Library
Math
Medical Office Assistant
Microbiology
Music
Nursing
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Orientation
Physical Science
Physical Therapist Assistant
Physics
Psychology
Religion
Science
Service Learning
Social Science
Sociology
Social Work
Spanish
Speech
Theatre
Veterinary Assisting
Veterinary Technology
Zoology
You’re Out!
Murray State College Baseball
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INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT
IMPORTANCE OF ASSESSMENT
Murray State College is committed to the continual improvement of
academic programs, student learning and faculty development. This
improvement can be conducted through many ways including evaluation
of courses, students, and instructors. Students will participate in course
placement and end of course assessments as well as imbedded course
assessments, faculty evaluations, student satisfaction surveys, and
alumni surveys. For more information about the Assessment team visit
the website at www.mscok.edu or the General Education Task Force, or
you can contact Becky Henthorn at (580) 371-2371 ext. 107.
THE INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE
Assessment processes are lead by the Institutional Assessment
Committee. The purpose of the Institutional Assessment Committee is
to identify reliable measures of student learning for different academic
programs, deploy those student learning assessment measures and
evaluate the campus-wide assessment processes for continuous quality
improvement. The Course Assessment Sub-Committee creates
protocol for the evaluation of instruction based on departmental,
institutional, and individual instructional goals.
THE GENERAL EDUCATION TASK FORCE
The General Education Task Force evaluates student learning in
general education areas focusing on the following areas: effective
communication, responsible citizenship, global awareness, critical
thinking, quantitative reasoning, and information literacy.
Effective Communication Task Force
Jeana West – Chair
John Berry
Jody House
Marvin Leeper
Debbie Reed
Machelle Ellis
Steve Pinion
Responsible Citizenship Task Force
Kirk Rodden – Chair
Alan Burris
Rebecca Jacobs-Pollez
Erin Knight
Linda Taylor
Brian Cothran
Randy Rutherford
Global Awareness Task Force
Ginger Cothran – Chair
Sharon Burris
Syed Hasan
Dr. Ed Woode
Karen Cantrell
Dr. Kahilia Fowler
Critical Thinking Task Force
Michele Elmer – Chair
Gary Robinson
Dan Moore
Christy Uzzel
Quantitative Reasoning Task Force
Dr. Aaron Elmer – Chair
Anita Jones
Jana Wakefield
Paul Gregoli
Randy Tanner
Health and Wellness Task Force
Don Loving – Chair
Zach Crabtree
Ginger Cothran
Mary Rixen
Lloyd Gage
Brent Shaw
Robin Coppedge
Karen Cantrell
Laura Keith
GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES
General Education Outcomes with statement depicting objectives:
a) Effective Communication. MSC provides students with the
educational opportunities necessary to develop effective
communication skills essential for daily interaction in society and
the workplace.
b) Responsible Citizenship. MSC provides an educational
environment in which students demonstrate an awareness of
social and civic responsibilities.
c) Global Awareness. MSC provides students with educational
opportunities to learn about cultural diversity and global
awareness through curricular and extracurricular activities
including lectures, music, literature, film, and art.
d) Critical Thinking. MSC provides educational opportunities in
which students demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking
skills necessary for personal and professional success.
e) Quantitative Reasoning. MSC provides educational
opportunities for students to collect and use quantitative data,
create and examine quantitative models, apply mathematical
skills and solve scientific problems.
f) Information Literacy. MSC provides students with educational
opportunities necessary to demonstrate and apply information
literacy skills and utilize technological resources necessary for
personal and professional success
g) Health and Wellness. MSC provides students with
educational opportunities which will encourage selfmanagement skills, foster a healthy lifestyle, and provide
personal enrichment.
COMPASS TESTING AND PLACEMENT
The COMPASS is given to incoming freshmen who have already
applied and been admitted to the school. To ensure student success at
Murray State College and to keep compliant with the standards required
from the State Regents of Oklahoma and the Higher Learning
Commission, all students who have not taken the ACT or SAT or who
have scored below a 19 in the areas of Writing, Reading and Math will
be required to take the COMPASS for placement.
After placement and the completion of any remedial course, the
student will again be assessed to ensure college readiness. This will
take place at the end of each semester of enrollment in remediation and
passing the course is contingent on placing into the appropriate level on
COMPASS.
Information Literacy Task Force
Mary Rixen – Chair
Marilyn Schwarz Kathy Bowen
Misty Treas
Shawn Wakefield Don Mercer
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INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT
Enhanced ACT
COMPASS
Recommended Course
English
Writing Skills
18 and Below
37 and Below
Basic English I (ENG0303)
38-62
Basic English II (ENG0403)
19 and Above
63 and Above
English Comp I (ENG1113)
Reading
Reading Skills
18 and Below
70 and Below
College Reading I (ENG0103)
19 and Above
71 and Above
Collegiate level courses
Math
Pre Algebra
0-32
Intro Math (MTH0103)
33-66
Begin. Algebra (MTH0303)
67-100
Inter. Algebra (MTH0403)
Algebra
0-25
Begin. Algebra (MTH0303)
26-39
Inter. Algebra (MTH0403)
19 and Above
40-100
Survey of Math (MTH1413)
19 and Above
40-100
College Algebra (MTH1513)
COLLEGIATE ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC PROFICIENCY
(CAAP)
Exit assessment scores are used to measure the academic gain
achieved during the student's time in college. This information is useful
to both the student and the college in planning for the future. This midlevel assessment will be administered in select courses.
Murray State College Firing Range
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COURSES OF STUDY
An educational program is a sequentially organized series of
educational experiences culminating in an academic degree or
certificate. (Definition of an Instructional Program, Oklahoma State
Regents for Higher Education.)
The following programs of study designated A.A. or A.S. will
prepare a student to enter a senior college or professional school and to
continue work toward a bachelor's degree. The other programs are twoyear technical and occupational programs which will prepare a student
to enter the work force.
Since some colleges and universities have particular requirements
for entrance into the junior or senior level, it is suggested that students
work closely with their advisers so that the proper programs may be
arranged. Catalogs of Oklahoma colleges and universities, as well as
those from some out-of-state schools, are available for consultation in
the Office of Admissions, the MSC Administrative Offices in Ardmore
and the Academic Advisement Office.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (A.A.)
Art
Child Development
English/Language Arts
Enterprise Development - Reach Higher Program
(Select one of the following Options)
Business Administration Option
General Studies Option
History
Pre-Professional – Legal Emphasis
Science
Optometry Emphasis
Pharmacy Option
Veterinary Medicine Option
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (A.A.S.)
Business Management (or Select one of the following Options)
Business Office Technology Option
Legal Assistant Option
Medical Office Assistant Option
Child Development
Computer Information Systems
Gunsmithing Technology
Nursing
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS
Pontotoc, Ada; Kiamichi, Atoka, Durant, & Hugo; Red River, Duncan; Southern
Oklahoma, Ardmore.
Applied Technology (A.A.S.)
Business Management (A.A.S.)( or Select one of the following Options)
Business Office Technology Option
Medical Office Assistant Option
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (A.S.)
Agriculture (or Select the below Option)
Agriculture Education Option
Behavioral Science (Select one of the following Options)
Psychology Option
Sociology Option
Business
Chemistry (Physics)
Computer Science
Conservation and Wildlife Management
Criminal Justice
COP’s Option
Elementary Education
Enterprise Development - Reach Higher Program (Select one of the
following Options)
Business Administration Option
General Studies Option
General Studies
Mathematics
Health Wellness and Human Performance
Pre-Professional (or Select one of the following Options)
Dentistry Emphasis
Medicine Emphasis
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Associate in Arts Degree
Department of Language and Fine Arts
Tishomingo and Ardmore
Art
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ......................................... 40
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .............. 1
ENG 1113 English Comp I ........................... 3
ART 1213 Drawing I ..................................... 3
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ................. 3
MTH 1413 Survey of Math (or)
MTH 1513 College Algebra ...................... 3
Science w/Lab Elective ............................... 4
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION (6 Hours)
ENG 1113 English Composition I ............................. 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II.............................. 3
HISTORY AND POLITICAL AWARENESS (6 Hours)
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or) ............................... 3
HST 1493 US History since 1877
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ………….. 3
SCIENTIFIC REASONING (8 Hours)
PHS 1114 General Physical Science .......................... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology ......................................... 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The course offerings in the
Arts program have these
objectives: 1) to provide
students with the basic
courses in Art which are
prerequisite to more advanced
study in this field; 2) to
contribute toward requirements
of public school teachers; 3) to
increase students appreciation
and enjoyment of the artistic;
4) to provide opportunities for
artistic self-expression; and, 5)
to develop skills which may
have a vocational application.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
ENG 1213 English Composition II .............. 3
ART 1123 Design I .................................... 3
Science Elective ......................................... 4
Recommended Program Electives ............... 6
(Must include at least one lab course, in the college catalog)
HUMANITIES (6 Hours)
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) .............................. 3
Any course with an ART prefix ..................................... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
15
HST 1483 U.S. History to 1865 (or)
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1865 ............ 3
ART 1103 Ceramics I ................................. 3
ART 2103 Drawing II .................................. 3
Humanities Elective .................................... 3
Liberal Arts Elective .................................... 3
(See listing of acceptable courses in the college catalog)
MATH AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING (3 Hours)
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or) ................................... 3
MTH 1413 Survey of Math
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY (3 Hours)
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ................................ 3
(or Displayed Proficiency)
LIBERAL ARTS & GLOBAL AWARENESS (3 Hours)
Any course with a ART, ASL, CJ, ECO,GEO, GVT,HST, MU,
PSY,SOC, SPA, TH prefix ........................................... 3
ARTS AND SCIENCE ELECTIVES (2 Hours)
Any course with a HUM, MU, TH, or SPC ................... 3
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (2 Hours)
PE 1112 Personal Health (or) ...................................... 2
Any approved physical education course
NEW STUDENTORIENTATION ............................... …1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation……..……………….1
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ....................... 15
ART 1103 Ceramics I ................................................... 3
ART 1123 Design I ....................................................... 3
ART 1133 Design II……….… ..................................... .3
ART 1213 Drawing I ..................................................... 3
ART 2103 Drawing II .................................................... 3
Substitutions may be made with prior approval.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN
BUSINESS
FOURTH SEMESTER
17
GVT 1113 American Federal Government .... 3
ART 1133 Design II .................................... 3
PE 1112 Personal Health (or)
Any approved physical education course.... 2
Arts & Sciences Elective ............................. 3
Recommended Program Elective ................ 3
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Faculty Advisor, make changes to the
course sequence. The student should
be aware that changes to the course
sequence may need more than four
semesters to complete the Associate in
Arts degree.
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Graphic Arts
Art Teacher
Floral Designer
Glass Blower
Art Critic
Textile Designer
Curator
Book
Illustrator/Designer
Billboard Artist
Urban Designer
Art Director
Sculptor
Animator
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES ................ 8
ART 2113 Watercolor I ................................................. 3
ART 2123 Painting I ..................................................... 3
ART 2203 Ceramics II .................................................. 3
ART 2403 Sculpture I ................................................... 3
ART 2811 Special Problems in Art ............................... 1
ART 2812 Special Problems in Art ............................... 2
ART 2813 Special Problems in Art .............................. 3
ART 2814 Special Problems in Art .............................. 4
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS ......................................... 64
COLLEGE PREPARATORY REQUIREMENTS
MSC evaluates students for placement into either foundational or college-level courses, whichever will lead to the greatest possibility of student success. Academic placement is
determined either by ACT test scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following
eight (8) courses may need to be taken:
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MTH 0303 Beginning Algebra
MTH 0403 Intermediate Algebra
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ENG 0403 Basic English II
SCI 0103 Basic Science
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Department of Child Development & Nursing
Child Development
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
BIO 1114 General Biology ............................. 4
Child Development Electives ........................ 6
ENG 1113 English Composition I ......................... 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II......................... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ................... 3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or) ........................ 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ........... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This Associate in Arts degree
prepares students to work as
teachers in early childhood
programs and to transfer to a
four-year institution. This
program includes degree
requirements and courses
generally completed in the first
two years of a baccalaureate
degree curriculum.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Composition II ............... 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ........... 4
PE 2212 First Aid (or)
Any approved physical education course...2
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or) ............................ 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science .................... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology................................... 4
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) ....................... 3
Any course with an ART or MUS prefix ............ 3
(See listing of acceptable courses in the 2012-2014
college catalog)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
• Head Start teacher
• Early Head Start teacher
• Child care master/lead
teacher
• Family child care home
provider
• Child care center director
• School-age program
provider
• Early intervention/special
needs program
• Para-professional assistant
• Home visitor
THIRD SEMESTER
15
HST 1483 U.S. History to 1865 or
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1865 ............... 3
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology (or)
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ............ 3
Humanities Elective ..................................... 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
18
GVT 1113 American Federal Government .. 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech............ 3
Humanities Elective .................................. 3
Child Development Electives ...................... 9
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ......................... 3
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3 Hours)
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology (or)
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology. ................... 3
PE 2212 First Aid (or) ........................................... 2
Any approved physical education course.
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION…………………………..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............ 1
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES .............. 24
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1243 Health, Safety, & Nutrition....……………3
1253 Infant & Toddler Program...................... 3
1353 Child & Family Development ................. 3
2453 Curriculum Planning ............................. 3
2463 Admin. Of Child Care Centers ............... 3
2533 Guidance of Young Children ................. 3
2543 Creative Arts for Children...................... 3
2553 Cognitive Activities……….…................ .3
2563 Family & Community Relations ............. 3
2573 Children w/Special Needs ..................... 3
2583 Lang. & Phys. Skills for Child ................ 3
2593 The School-Age Child ........................... 3
Arts degree.
THE POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF
EARNING AN ASSOCIATES IN
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
• Earn a promotion and/or
more money.
• Develop your professional
skills.
• Provide higher quality child
care.
• Network with professionals
like yourself.
• Become a more confident
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Department of Language and Fine Arts
English/Language Arts
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ....................................................... 40
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ................. 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
CIS 1113 Computer Applications................... 3
Any approved physical education course. ... 2
Program Core Requirements........................ 6
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The associate’s of Arts Degree
in English involves study in
modern and historical literature
focusing on American and
English works; in composition
courses, criticism, analysis,
and concise communication of
written course work; in speech,
creative writing, and theater
exploration of verbal and
written self-expression.
Classes are designed to allow
students to acquire skills in
writing and textual analysis
designed to complement other
academic studies, increase an
aesthetic appreciation of the
arts, and enhance later
professional and personal
goals.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
ENG 1213 English Composition II ............... 3
Liberal Arts Elective ..................................... 3
MTH 1513 College Algebra ..................... 3
Program Core Requirements ....................... 3
(Must include at least one lab course, in the college catalog)
THIRD SEMESTER
16
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1865 ........... 3
SPC 1113 Fund of Speech .......................... 3
Science w/Lab Elective ................................ 4
Program Core Requirements........................ 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
17
Program Core Requirement ........................ 3
Recommended Program Electives................ 8
Any course with a ART, ASL, CJ, ECO,GEO, GVT, HST,
MU, PSY,SOC, SPA, TH prefix .................................... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech……………………3
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION……………………………….…..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation……………………1
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ....... 15
ENG 2113 Technical Report Writing ............................ 3
ENG 2123 Creative Writing .......................................... 3
ENG 2413 Intro to Literature ........................................ 3
ENG 2543 Eng Lit thru 18th Century ........................... 3
ENG 2653 Eng Lit since 18th Century ......................... 3
ENG 2713 Native Amer. Literature .............................. 3
ENG 2773 American Lit to 1865 .................................. 3
ENG 2883 American Lit since 1865 ............................. 3
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
IN BUSINESS
This is a suggested course sequence only.
Students may, with guidance from an
Academic Advisor as well as a Faculty
Advisor, make changes to the course
sequence. The student should be aware
that changes to the course sequence may
need more than four semesters to complete
the Associate in Arts degree.
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Communications
Specialist
Copy Writer
Editor/Writer
English Teacher
Journalist
Lawyer
Public Relations
Newspaper/Magazines
Researcher
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES............................. 8
HST 1423 World Civ. to 1500 ...................................... 3
HST 1433 World Civ. since 1500 ................................. 3
LIB 1002 Intro Library Research ................................ 2
SOC 2143 Cultural Diversities ..................................... 3
TH 1133 Intro to Theatre ............................................ 3
TH 1143 Creative Dramatics ...................................... 3
TH 2123 Oral Interpretation I ..................................... 3
Arts & Science Elective ................................................ 3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS ....................................................... 64
MSC evaluates students for placement into either foundational or college-level courses, whichever will lead to the greatest possibility of student success. Academic placement is determined either by ACT test
scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following eight (8) courses may need to be taken:
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Department of Social Sciences
History
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
ENG 1113 English Comp I ............................ 3
Science w/Lab Elective.................................. 4
CIS 1113 Computer Applications .................. 3
HST 1483 U.S. History to 1877..................... 3
Recommended Program Elective ................. 3
ENG 1113 English Composition I .............................. 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II .............................. 3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or) ................................ 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government .................. 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ........................... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology .......................................... 4
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing of Area
Three acceptable courses the college catalog)
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) ............................... 3
Any course with an ART prefix .................................... 3
(See listing of Area Four acceptable courses in the college catalog)
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or)
MTH 1413 Survey of Math ........................................ 3
LIBERAL ARTS AND GLOBAL AWARENESS (3 Hours)
Soc 1113 Intro. to Sociology (or) .................................. 3
Any course from Area Six in the college catalog
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
History is the study of the
written human past and helps
in understanding how
individuals and societies
behave. The study of history
encourages students to
acquire critical skills such as
the ability to reason, analyze,
investigate problems and
synthesize diverse
information; and expressing
ideas or data clearly and
precisely. Students receive a
broad introduction to the
history of the great civilizations
of the world and specific areas
of historical inquiry. A
bachelor’s or graduate level
degree is necessary for most
history-related careers. The
curriculum listed is designed
for transfer to four-year
institutions.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Composition II ............ 3
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877................ 3
Any approved physical education course.... 2
THIRD SEMESTER
15
HST 1423 World Civilization to 1500 ........... 3
Humanities Elective ................................... 3
Liberal Arts Elective .................................. 3
Recommended Program Electives .............. 6
FOURTH SEMESTER
18
HST 1433 World Civilization since 1500 ...... 3
Arts & Sciences Elective ............................ 3
Recommended Program Elective ............... 6
ARTS AND SCIENCES (3 Hours)
Any course from Areas Two – Seven in the college
catalog ………………………………………………………….3
Approved activity PE course ...................................... 2
(or Demonstrated Proficiency)
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ......................................9
HST 1423 World Civilization to 1500 ............................ 3
HST 1433 World Civilization since 1500 ...................... 3
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877……….…………..3
(Substitutions may be made with prior Departmental approval.)
HISTORY
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The student should be aware that
changes to the course sequence may
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complete the Associate in Arts degree.
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Educator
Archivist
Researcher
Government
Service
Law
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION……………………………..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………………...1
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES ...........................16
Choose from the following courses
ECO 2113
Principles of Macroeconomics
ECO 2123
Principles of Microeconomics
HST 2323
Oklahoma History
GEO 1113
Introduction to Geography
GEO 2513
World Regional Geography
GVT 2343
Introduction to State and Local Government
PSY 1113
Introductory Psychology
PSY 2533
Social Psychology
SOC 2143 Cultural Diversities
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Department of Social Sciences
Pre-Professional – Legal Emphasis
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ..............1
ENG 1113 English Comp I ...........................3
Science w/Lab Elective ................................4
CIS 1113 Computer Applications...................3
ECO 2113 Prin of Macroeconomics ..............3
Recommended Program Elective .................3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or)
HST 1493 US History since 1877 ............................ 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Pre-Professional – Legal
Emphasis is designed for
transfer to a four-year
institution. Professions open to
a pre-law major include
research and writing,
journalism, government service
(diplomacy, bureaucracy,
intelligence-gathering, political
office) and with additional
training, the practice of law.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Composition II ................3
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877 ...............3
Science Elective .........................................4
MTH 1513 College Algebra .......................3
Any approved physical education course ....2
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing in the
2012-2014 college catalog)
Any course with an ART prefix(or) ........................... 3
(See listing of area four acceptable courses in the
college catalog)
LAW
THIRD SEMESTER
15
HST 1483 U.S. History to 1877 ....................3
CJ 1433 Intro to Law ...................................3
GVT 2343 Intro to State & Local Gov .............3
HST 1423 World Civilization to 1500 ............3
Liberal Arts Elective .....................................3
Recommended Program Elective .................3
MTH 1413 Survey of Math ........................................ 3
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GVT 1113 American Federal Government .....3
CJ 1113 Intro to Criminal Justice ...................3
HST 1433 World Civilization since 1500 ........3
CJ 2443 Criminal Procedures ......................3
Humanities Elective .....................................3
Science Elective ..........................................3
Any course from catalog .............................................. 3
Any approved activity Physical Education course .... 2
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION……………………………….1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………………….1
CJ113 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJ 1433 Intro to Law
CJ 2443 Criminal Procedures
GVT 2343 Intro State & Local Govt
HST 1423 World Civ since 1500
Attorney
Research and writing
Journalist
Government Service
Politician
CIA
Diplomat
Practice of Law
Arts degree.
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES .............................8
BC 2113 Business Communications
ENG 2543 Eng Lit through 18th Century
ENG 2653 Eng Lit since 19th Century
HST 2433 English History to 1688
HST 2443 English History since 1688
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS .......................................................63
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Associate in Science Degree
Department of Agriculture
Agriculture
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
AG 1124 Intro to Animal Science (or)
AG 1214 Intro to Plant Science ................. 4
BIO 1114 General Biological Science………. 4
AG 2011 Topics in Agriculture .................... 1
CHM 1114 Gen Chemistry I ......................................... 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
A Degree in Agriculture will
enable you to become better
trained in your discipline,
satisfy a job requirement for an
advanced degree, or become
a leader, manager or executive
in any one of several
agricultural sciences and
natural resources areas. The
recommended curriculum
satisfies degree requirements
and courses that are usually
completed in the first two years
of a four-year degree program.
It is advised that students
interested in transferring to a
four-year college or university
consult with an academic
advisor from that school to
ensure transferability.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
CHM 1114 General Chemistry I .................... 4
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ................ 3
ENG 1213 English Comp II .......................... 3
Or any approved physical education course ........ 2
Any course with an ART or MUS prefix ....................... 3
college catalog)
THIRD SEMESTER
16
Liberal Arts And Global Awareness Elective .. 3
AG 1114 Intro to Ag Economics................... 4
PSY 1113 Intro to Psychology ..................................... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ............................ 3
Agriculture graduates are
prepared for a wide variety
of jobs in the agriculture
industry because they have
a broad base of knowledge
combined with
communication skills.
FOURTH SEMESTER
15
GVT 1113 American Federal Government..... 3
Arts & Sciences ........................................... 3
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION………………………...1
AG 1214 Intro to Plant Science .................................... 4
AG 1124 Intro to Animal Science ................................. 4
AG 1114 Intro to Ag. Economics .................................. 4
AG 2011 Topics in Agriculture……….… ...................... 1
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES ............... .9
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Acct ................................ 3
AGR 2124 Soil & Soil Mgmt ......................................... 4
AGR 2324 Principles of Range Mgmt .......................... 4
ANS 1101 Livestock Judging & Eval ............................ 1
ANS 1112 Livestock Sel & Carcass Eval ..................... 2
ANS 2123 Livestock Feeding ....................................... 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............................. 1
Science degree.
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Cooperative Extension
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Agriculture Sales
Representative
Agriculture Loan Agent
Farm Service Agency
Natural Resources
Conservation Service
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Department of Agriculture
Agriculture – Agriculture Education Option
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
BIO 1114 General Biological Science………. 4
AG 2011 Topics in Agriculture .................... 1
CHM 1114 Gen Chemistry I ......................................... 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
A Degree in Agriculture will
enable you to become better
trained in your discipline,
satisfy a job requirement for an
advanced degree, or become
a leader, manager or executive
in any one of several
agricultural sciences and
natural resources areas. The
recommended curriculum
SECOND SEMESTER
16
CHM 1114 General Chemistry I .................... 4
Or any approved physical education course ...... 2
Any course with an ART or MUS prefix .................. 3
college catalog)
THIRD SEMESTER
16
Liberal Arts And Global Awareness Elective .. 3
AG 1114 Intro to Ag Economics.................... 4
PSY 1113 Intro to Psychology ..................................... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ............................ 3
Or any approved physical education course.
Agriculture graduates are
prepared for a wide variety
of jobs in the agriculture
industry because they have
a broad base of knowledge
combined with
communication skills.
FOURTH SEMESTER
15
Arts & Sciences ........................................... 3
AG 1214 Intro to Plant Science .................................... 4
AG 1124 Intro to Animal Science ................................. 4
AG 1114 Intro to Ag. Economics .................................. 4
AG 2011 Topics in Agriculture……….… ...................... 1
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Acct ................................ 3
AG 2012 Agriculture Education………………………….2
AGR 2124 Soil & Soil Mgmt ......................................... 4
AGR 2324 Principles of Range Mgmt .......................... 4
ANS 1101 Livestock Judging & Eval ............................ 1
ANS 1112 Livestock Sel & Carcass Eval ..................... 2
ANS 2123 Livestock Feeding ....................................... 3
AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
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Middle School science
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Community/Junior
College agriculture
instructor
Cooperative Extension
Service
Agriculture Sales
Representative
Agriculture Loan Agent
Farm Service Agency
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Department of Social Science
Behavioral Science - Sociology Option
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
ENG 1113 English Composition I ................ 3
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ................ 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............. 1
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology ............. 3
Any approved physical education course ........... 2
college catalog)
Any course with an ART prefix(or)………………….…..3
(See listing of area four acceptable courses in the college catalog)
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or) .................................... 3
(Any course from this area of college catalog)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Behavioral Science
Sociology Option is designed
for transfer to four-year
institutions. Professions open
to a sociology majors include:
teaching; testing; social work;
statistical research; personnel
work; law enforcement;
penology, city, state and
federal governmental
agencies; census bureau; and,
with additional graduate work,
college teaching, sociological
research, and supervisory
positions in private and
governmental agencies.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
MTH 1513 College Algebra ....................... 3
SOC 2023 Social Problems .......................... 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ............... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
16
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877 ............. 3
Science Elective .......................................... 4
Related Elective*……………………………….3
SOCIOLOGY
• Social Worker
• Corrections Officer
• Educator
FOURTH SEMESTER
18
GVT 1113 American Federal Government. .... 3
Liberal Arts Elective……………………………3
Related Elective* ......................................... 3
Arts and Science Elective …………………….3
Recommended Program Elective……………3
Any course from the catalog ........................................ 3
Any approved activity PE course ............................... 2
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ......................... 9
PSY 1113 Intro to Psychology ...................................... 3
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology ........................................ 3
SOC 2023 Social Problems……….… ..........................3
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES ............. .10
SOC 2013 Marriage & Family Relationships ................ 3
SOC 2063 Deviance, Crime,& Delinquency ................. 3
SOC 2143 Cultural Diversities ...................................... 3
SOC 2613 Sociology of Gender ................................... 3
CJ 1113 Intro to Criminal Justice .................................. 3
GEO 2513 World Regional Geography ........................ 3
*Related electives include additional program electives
listed in the left hand column as well as course in
Criminal Justice or Sociology, or other courses
approved by the department.
Science degree.
RELATED ELECTIVES .............................................. 6
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Credit Hours
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
CIS 1113 Computer Applications .............. 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ........... 1
Any approved physical education course ........... 3
Behavioral Science
Psychology Option is designed
for transfer to a four-year
institution. Professions open to
a psychology majors include
teaching, testing, social work,
psychological services,
counseling, personnel work,
and with additional educationclinical psychology, college
teaching, sports
psychology, medical social
work, treatment therapist,
and many others.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
PSY 2523 Developmental Psychology .......... 3
college catalog)
Any course with an ART prefix(or)………………….…..3
THIRD SEMESTER
15
Related Electives......................................... 6
Recommended Program Electives ................ 3
Any course from the college catalog ............................ 3
PSYCHOLOGY
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16
GVT 1113 American Federal Government. .... 3
Related Electives......................................... 4
Arts & Sciences Elective .............................. 3
Any course from the catalog ....................................... 3
PE 1112 Personal Health (or) ....................................... 2
PSY 1113 Intro to Psychology ...................................... 3
PSY 2523 Developmental Psychology……….… ........ .3
Counselor
Social Worker
Educator
Science degree.
Two courses chosen from the list below
PSY 2113 Psychology of Adjustment ........................... 3
PSY 2313 Intro to Counseling ...................................... 3
PSY 2433 Psychological Statistics ............................... 3
PSY 2443 Personality Theories .................................... 3
PSY 2533 Social Psychology ....................................... 3
RELATED ELECTIVES .............................................. 8
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Department of Business
& Computer Technology
Business
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
ENG 1113 English Composition I ............... 3
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ............. 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .......... 1
BM 1103 Introduction to Business ........... 3
GVT 1113 American Government .............. 3
MTH 1413 Survey of Math .................... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The recommended curriculum
SECOND SEMESTER
16
HST 1483 American History to 1877 (or)
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1877 ...... 3
Cultural Diversity Elective ........................... 3
BC 2113 Business Communications ....... 3
CULTURAL DIVERSITY/ARTISTIC EXPRESSION (6 Hours)
Any course with an ART prefix ................................. 3
The business curriculum, in
general is designed to
prepare graduates for
transfer to a regional or
comprehensive university.
The Associate in Science in
Business is a general
business degree. When
students transfer, they may
decide to specialize in
specific areas of business
such as, Accounting,
Finance, Management,
Marketing, Human
Resources or Economics.
THIRD SEMESTER
15
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Acct .............. 3
ECO 2113 Principles of Macroeconomics .. 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ......... 4
Any approved physical education course ..... 2
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
ACC 2203 Fund. of Managerial Acct.......... 3
ECO 2123 Principles of Microeconomics ... 3
BIO 1114 General Biology........................ 4
Cultural Diversity Elective ........................... 3
GLOBAL AWARENESS (3 Hours)
ECO 2113 Principles of Macroeconomics ................... 3
BC 2113 Business Communications ............................ 3
ACC 2103 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting ...... 3
ACC 2203 Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting ... 3
BM 1103 Introduction to Business……….… .............. .3
ECO 2123 Principles of Microeconomics..................... 3
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CIS
CIS
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ECO
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1113 Introduction to Accounting ......................... 3
2303 Computerized Accounting .......................... 3
1123 Marketing .................................................... 3
2013 Principles of Management.......................... 3
2533 Small Business Ownership & Mngt ............ 3
2763 Professional Development ......................... 3
2253 Web Page Design ...................................... 3
2603 Specialized Word Processing .................... 3
2723 Spreadsheet Applications .......................... 3
2803 Desktop Publishing .................................... 3
2603 Business & Economic Statistics ................. 3
1111 Service Learning ........................................ 1
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Auditor
Commercial and/or
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Human Resource
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Marketing Consultant
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Department of Science
Chemistry (Physics)
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
ENG 1113 English Composition I ............. 3
GVT 1113 American Government ............. 3
PE 1112 Personal Health ...................... 2
MTH2143 Brief Calculus .......................... 3
BIO1404 Principals of Biology ................. 4
ENG1113 English Composition I .............................. 3
ENG1213 English Composition II .............................. 3
SPC1113 Fundamentals of Speech ........................... 3
HST1483 US History to 1877 (or) ................................ 3
HST1493 US History since 1877
GVT1113 American Federal Government .................. 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Chemistry allows us to understand
how atoms and molecules are
formed, how they behave, and
how they help shape the world
around us. The concepts and
principals learned in chemistry are
fundamental to other sciences
such as biology. In addition to the
careers listed below, chemistry
plays a large role in every aspect
of our life. Many of our daily
activities involve a great deal of
chemistry knowledge.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
ENG 1213 English Composition II ............. 3
HST 1483 American History to 1877 (or) .. 3
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1877
Gen. Ed. Science Elective ......................... 4
HUM Elective ............................................ 3
CRITICAL THINKING (8 Hours)
PHY1114 General Physics I (or) ................................. 4
Any General Education Science Course
BIO1404 Principals of Biology...................................... 4
QUANTITATIVE REASONING (3 Hours)
MTH2143 Brief Calculus (or)........................................ 3
MTH1513 College Algebra
THIRD SEMESTER
16
PSY1113 Introduction to Psychology ....... 3
ZOO1114 General Zoology ...................... 4
CHM1114 General Chemistry I ................ 4
PHY1114 General Physics I ..................... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism .............................. 1
CULTURAL AND GLOBAL EDUCATION (6 Hours)
ENG 2433 Intro. to World Literature (or) ..................... 3
Any course with a HUM prefix
CHEMISTRY
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17
SPC1113 Fundamentals of Speech .......... 3
ART Elective ............................................ 3
PHY1214 General Physics II ................... 4
CHM1214 General Chemistry II ............... 4
Recommended Program Elective............... 3
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE (3 Hours)
PSY1113 Introduction to Psychology (or) ................... 3
SOC1113 Introduction to Sociology
SCIENCE PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS....... 13
ZOO1114 General Zoology (or) .................................. 4
BOT1114 General Botany
CHM1114 General Chemistry I ................................... .4
CHM1214 General Chemistry II ................................... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism (or) .......................................... 1
CON2911 Conservation Volunteerism
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BOT1114 General Botany ............................................ 4
CHM2345 Organic Chemistry ..................................... 5
MTH1613 Trigonometry .............................................. 3
MTH2143 Brief Calculus .............................................. 3
PHY1114 General Physics I ......................................... 4
PHY1214 General Physics II........................................ 4
ZOO1114 General Zoology ......................................... 4
BIO2810 Special Problems course (or) .................... 1-3
AP2810, CHM2810, CON2810, or MIC2810
Agrochemistry
Atmospheric
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Chemical Engineering
Consumer Products
Environmental
Chemistry
Food Chemistry
Hazardous Waste
Management
Medicine
Paper Industry
Perfume Chemistry
Petroleum and Natural
Gas Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Plastics Industry
Science Writer
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Department of Business & Computer Technology
Computer Science
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
14
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............... 1
*MTH 1513 College Algebra (or)
MTH 1413 Survey of Math........................ 3
PHS 1114 Gen Phys Science........................ 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This curriculum is intended for
students interested in
traditional computer science.
The program is designed to
provide sound instruction and
a firm foundation for students
who will transfer to a four-year
college or university. Students
are exposed to fundamental
computer concepts, various
computer applications,
hardware, software (both
operating systems and
languages), and more.
Substantial "hands-on"
practical experience in all
topics is required.
SECOND SEMESTER
18
BIO 1114 Gen Biology ................................. 4
PE 2212 First Aid..................................... 2
CS 1313 Logic & Problem Solving ................ 3
BC 2113 Business Communications ............ 3
THIRD SEMESTER
15
CIS 1533 Intro Visual Basic.......................... 3
*MTH 1613 Plane Trigonometry ................... 3
(See listing of acceptable courses in the 2012-2014 college catalog)
HEALTH, WELLNESS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE (2 Hours)
Any physical education course
COMPUTER SCIENCE
FOURTH SEMESTER
15
CIS 2223 Systems Analysis ........................ 3
ECO 2113 Principles of Macroeconomics ..... 3
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CS 1313 Logic & Problem Solving ............................... 3
CIS 1533 Intro Visual Basic ......................................... 3
CIS 2223 Systems Analysis ......................................... 3
CIS 1653 Data Comm & Network Fund ....................... 3
CIS 2173 Object Oriented Programming ..................... 3
CIS 2183 Intro to JAVA ................................................ 3
CIS 2213 Database Mgmt Systems ............................. 3
CS 2163 C++ Programming ......................................... 3
*MTH 2215 Calculus w/Analytic Geometry .............. 3
MTH 2315 Calculus II w/Analytic Geometry ................ 3
Programmer Analyst
Software Development
Manager
Web Developer
Application Support
Technician
Science degree.
*Note: MTH 1513 must be taken before MTH 1613; if a student
takes MTH 1413, they must still take MTH 1513 before
proceeding with the rest of the CS degree math course
requirements.
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Conservation and Wildlife Management
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
14
HUM Elective ........................................... 3
BIO1404 Principals of Biology .................. 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Conservation and Wildlife
Management program helps
the student achieve a more
global view of how different
aspects of human behavior
impact the natural world. This
program has working
relationships with the
Tishomingo National Wildlife
Refuge and The Nature
Conservancy that enables
students to experience field
work during the course of their
education. Faculty members in
this program work on research
projects that connect our
students with faculty from
several regional Universities
and facilitate their transfer to a
Bachelors Degree.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
CHM 1114 General Chemistry I ............... 4
PE 1112 Personal Health ....................... 2
Recommended Elective ............................. 4
THIRD SEMESTER
16
HST 1483 American History to 1877 (or) ... 3
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1877
CON1404 Conserv. Natural Resources .... 4
CON2911 Conservation Volunteerism ...... 1
MTH1513 College Algebra (or)
MTH1413 Survey of Math
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
ART Elective ............................................. 3
CON 2403 Conserv. Wildlife Resources .... 3
SL 1111 Volunteerism ............................ 1
SCIENCE PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ...... 13
CON2911 Conservation Volunteerism (or) .................. 1
CONSERVATION
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Management
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Science degree.
State Organization
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of Wildlife
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Wildlife Department
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION ................................ 1
AGR2124 Soils and Soil Management ........................ 4
AGR2324 Principals of Range Management .............. 4
CON1404 Conservation of Natural Resources ............ 4
CON2403 Conservation of Wildlife Resources ............ 3
ENT2023 General Entomology .................................... 3
MIC2224 Introduction to Microbiology ......................... 4
BIO2810 Special Problems course (or) .................... 1-3
AP2810, CHM2810, CON2810, or MIC2810
CON2911 Conservation Volunteerism ......................... 1
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Criminal Justice
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
CJ 1113 Intro to Criminal Justice(or)
HST 1493 US History since 1877 ............................ 3
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing in the college
catalog)
Any course with a HUM prefix (or)
Any course with an ART prefix(or) ............................. 3
Another course from the college catalog
ARTS AND SCIENCES(3 Hours)
Any course from catalog ............................................. 3
Any approved activity physical education course
CJ 2323 Criminal Law ................................................... 3
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION………………………….1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .............................. 1
SECOND SEMESTER
15
Arts & Science Elective (or)
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology.......... 3
CJ 2323 Criminal Law.................................. 3
Any approved physical education course .......... 2
THIRD SEMESTER
15
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ........... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ............. 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
MTH 1513 College Algebra. ...................... 3
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish I ..................... 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Professions open to a criminal
justice major include law
enforcement, corrections,
probation and parole, juvenile
offender programs, private
security, federal and state
government agencies, and
with additional training, the
legal profession. The criminal
justice curriculum is designed
for transfer to a four-year
institution although many of
the individual courses can be
used to meet continuing
education requirements in law
enforcement and related
fields.
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Corrections Officer
Parole Officer
from an Academic or Faculty Advisor,
make changes to the course sequence.
The student should be aware that
changes to the course sequence may
need more than four semesters to
complete the Associate in Science
degree.
CJ 1433 Intro to Law .................................................. 3
CJ 1483 Legal Research ........................................... 3
CJ 2353 Juvenile Justice ........................................... 3
CJ 2423 Intro Law Enforcement ................................ 3
CJ 2433 Domestic Relations ..................................... 3
CJ 2443 Criminal Procedures .................................... 3
CJ 2523 Intro to Corrections ...................................... 3
GVT 2343 Intro to State & Local Gov ........................... 3
PSY 1113 Intro Psychology .......................................... 3
SOC 1113 Intro Sociology ............................................ 3
SOC 2063 Dev., Crime, & Delinquency........................ 3
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish I..................................... 4
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Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
CJ 1113 Intro to Criminal Justice ................. 3
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing in the college catalog)
Any course with an ART prefix(or ................................. 3
(See listing of area four acceptable courses in the college catalog)
Soc 1113 Intro. to Sociology ........................................ 3
(or another course from this area in the college catalog)
Any course from the catalog ....................................... 3
PHYSCIAL EDUCATION (2 Hours)
Any approved activity physical education course.
CIS 1113 Computer Applications (or) .......................... 3
Demonstrated Proficiency
CJ 2323 Criminal Law ................................................... 3
CJ 2936 Law Enforce. Skills Aca. I ............................... 6
CJ 2946 Law Enforce. Skills Aca. II .............................. 6
Substitutions may be made with Departmental approval.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
THIRD SEMESTER
16
GVT 1113 American Federal Government…..3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology .......... 3
Professions open to a criminal
justice major include law
enforcement, corrections,
probation and parole, juvenile
offender programs, private
security, federal and state
government agencies, and
with additional training, the
legal profession. The criminal
justice curriculum listed is
designed for transfer to a fouryear institution although many
of the individual courses can
be used to meet continuing
education requirements in law
enforcement and related
fields. The Law
Enforcement skills academy
allows students to be
certified by the state of
Oklahoma as a police
officer.
FOURTH SEMESTER
13
MTH 1513 College Algebra. .................... 3
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish I ..................... 4
BUSINESS
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Comp II...................... 3
CJ 2323 Criminal Law ............................... 3
Any approved physical education course ......... 2
SUMMER SEMESTER
12*
CJ 2936 Law Enforce. Skills Aca. I ............... 6
CJ 2946 Law Enforce. Skills Aca. II .............. 6
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approval in order to take the summer skills academy at
the CLEET facility in Ada, Oklahoma
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .............................. 1
CJ 1433 Intro to Law ..................................................... 3
CJ 1483 Legal Research .............................................. 3
CJ 2353 Juvenile Justice .............................................. 3
CJ 2423 Intro Law Enforcement ................................... 3
CJ 2433 Domestic Relations ........................................ 3
CJ 2443 Criminal Procedures ....................................... 3
CJ 2523 Intro to Corrections ......................................... 3
GVT 2343 Intro to State & Local Gov ........................... 3
PSY 1113 Intro Psychology .......................................... 3
SOC 1113 Intro Sociology ............................................ 3
SOC 2063 Dev., Crime, & Delinquency........................ 3
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish I..................................... 4
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Department of Education
Elementary Education
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
ORI 1011 New Student Col Orientation ......... 1
HIS 1483 U.S. History to 1877………………..3
BIO 1114 General Biological Science ........... 4
Humanities Elective…………………………….3
ENG 1113 English Composition I ............................... 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II................................ 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech............................ 3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 ...................................... 3
HST 1434 World Civilization to 1500 (or)
HST 1433 World Civilization since 1500 ................. 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Elementary education students
should choose electives in
consultation with their
academic advisor and based
on the catalog of the college or
university to which they plan to
transfer. ECU or SOSU
transfer students should enroll
with an advisor to follow 2 + 2
Agreements specific to their
transferring university.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ............ 4
MTH 1413 Survey of Mathematics (or)
MTH 1413 Survey of Math………………3
PSY1113 Intro Psychology……………………3
Any approved physical education course.………..2
GEOL 1014 General Geology ...................................... 4
THIRD SEMESTER
17
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology ........................ 3
GEOL 1014 General Geology………………...4
GEO Intro to Geography (or)
GEO 2513 World Regional Geography..3
ASL, SPA, or other foreign language elective4
Any course with an ART prefix ................................. 3
ENG 2413 Introduction to Literature .................................... 3
ENG 2433 Introduction to World Literature ........................... 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
15
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech. ............ 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government…..3
ART 1113 Art Appreciation........................... 3
HST 1423 World Civilization to 1500 (or)
HST 1433 World Civilization since 1500..3
ENG 2413 Introduction to Literature………….3
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3 hours)
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology .............................. 3
ASL 2613 American Sign Language I (or)
SPA 1114 Beginning Spanish (or)
Elective Other Foreign Lang. Elective .......................... 4
GEO 1113 Intro to Geography (or)
GEO 2513 World Regional Geography........................ 3
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877 ................................... 3
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology ............................................ 3
from an Academic Advisor as well as
a Faculty Advisor, make changes to
the course sequence. The student
should be aware that changes to the
course sequence may need more than
four semesters to complete the
Associate in Science degree.
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Department of General Education
Enterprise Development - Business Administration Option
Credit Hours
ENG 1113 English Composition I .................. 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II .................. 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ............... 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
SPC 1213 Fundamentals of Speech ........... 3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or) ................... 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ...... 3
SECOND SEMESTER
16
Scientific Reasoning Elective ...................... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology (or).......................... 4
BOT 1114 General Botany (or) ...................... 4
MIC 2224 Microbiology (or) ........................... 4
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I (or) 4
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Phys II (or) ........ 4
PHS 1114 General Physical Science (or) ...... 4
CHM 1114 General Chemistry (or) ................ 4
PHY 1114 General Physics .................... 4
THIRD SEMESTER
16
Scientific Reasoning w/Lab Elective.............. 4
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing the
college catalog)
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
General Education Electives ........................ 6
HUMANITIES (6 Hrs)
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) ................. 3
Any course with an ART prefix(or ................... 3
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or)………………….3
Soc 1113 Intro. to Sociology (or) ..................... 3
PSY 1113 Intro. to Psychology (or) ............. 3
Another course from the college catalog.
CIS 1113 Computer Applications .................... 3
Science degree.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Business Administration option in
the Enterprise Development Degree
is a flexible two-year degree in
business that includes the most
desirable core competencies
requested by employers and will
provide a degree completion
framework that matches student
aspirations with the needs of all
industry sectors.
This option provides a well-rounded
degree program, while allowing the
student to focus on the knowledge,
skills and attributions needed in their
chosen field. Offering undergraduates
the opportunity to learn and practice
core skills for business growth,
become leaders in an organization,
master key technology processes and
continuously upgrade those skills
throughout their working years are
the central themes of this degree
completion program.
Must have at least 18 previous
college credit hours, a 2.5
GPA and all remediation
courses complete.
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES (23 Hours)
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Accounting ........ 3
ACC 2203 Fund of Managerial Accounting...... 3
ECO 1113 Principals of Macroeconomics ....... 3
ECO 2123 Principals of Microeconomics ........ 3
ECO 1113 Principals of Macroeconomics ....... 3
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Enterprise Development - General Studies Option
Credit Hours
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ............... 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
SPC 1213 Fundamentals of Speech ........... 3
SECOND SEMESTER
16
Program Elective ......................................... 3
BIO 1114 General Biology (or)........................ 4
BOT 1114 General Botany (or) .................... 4
MIC 2224 Microbiology (or) ......................... 4
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Phys (or) ......... 4
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Phys II (or) ...... 4
PHS 1114 General Physical Science (or) .... 4
CHM 1114 General Chemistry (or) .............. 4
PHY 1114 General Physics ............................ 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The General Studies option
in the Enterprise
Development Degree builds
on the core competencies to
provide a well-educated and
well-rounded citizen in the
workplace. Since the
Oklahoma core
competencies are covered
by the 37 hour general
education curriculum; the
aim of this option is not to
dictate a strict set of
courses, but to allow a wide
range of offerings that will
enrich the student and
contribute to the educational
level of Oklahoma. The
option is also designed to
transfer directly to the
“Reach Higher” Initiative
offered by Oklahoma’s
Regional Colleges and
Universities (Bachelor of
Science in Organizational
Leadership). Two-year
graduates will be assured of
full transfer of credits into
the Reach Higher program.
THIRD SEMESTER
16
college catalog)
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
General Education Electives ....................... 7
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) .................. 3
Any course with an ART prefix(or)………….....3
college catalog)
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or) ....................... 3
Soc 1113 Intro. to Sociology (or) ..................... 3
PSY 1113 Intro. to Psychology (or) .................. 3
Another course from in the college catalog
Science degree.
Must have at least 18
previous college credit
hours, a 2.5 GPA and all
remediation courses
complete.
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General Studies
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
PE 2212 First Aid ...................................... 2
HST 1493 US History since 1877 .............. 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ............... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology .............................. 4
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing in the college
catalog)
Any course with an ART prefix (or) .............. 3
(See listing for acceptable courses in the college catalog)
MTH 1413 Survey of Math ............................... 3
Soc 1113 Intro. to Sociology ........................... 3
(or another course from in the college catalog)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This program will include
transferable courses in
English, history, government,
science, and physical
education. Until the student is
sure of a major, the general
studies program will fulfill all
academic requirements.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
Program Elective ......................................... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
16
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
General Education Electives ....................... 7
ARTS AND SCIENCE S(3 Hours)
Course from catalog ...................................... 3
Any approved physical education course ............. 2
CIS 1113 Computer Applications
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ................. 1
Science degree.
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ................... 12
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES .......... 10
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Department of Mathematics
Mathematics
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
MTH 1513 College Algebra ........................... 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology (or)
HWP 1112 Personal Health (or)
Any approved physical education course ......... 2
HST 1493 US History since 1877 .............. 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ..... 3
BIO 1114 General Biology (or)...................... 4
PHS 1114 General Physical Science (or) .... 4
CHM 1114 Gen Chemistry I (or) .................. 4
Any acceptable course ................................... 3
Any acceptable course ................................ 3
MTH 1513 College Algebra ............................. 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology (or)
Any acceptable course ................................ 3
MTH 1613 Plane Trigonometry ........................ 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
and includes courses that are
usually completed in the first
two years of a four-year
degree program. It is advised
that students interested in
transferring to a four-year
college or university consult
with an academic advisor from
that school to ensure
transferability.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
ENG 1213 English Comp II ........................... 3
MTH 1613 Plane Trigonometry ..................... 3
Humanities Elective ...................................... 3
CS 1313 Logic and Problem Solving ............ 3
CHM 1114 General Chemistry I (or)
Other Scientific Reasoning course........... 4
The mathematics
curriculum, in general, is
designed to prepare
graduates for transfer to a
regional or comprehensive
university.
THIRD SEMESTER
16
MTH 2215 Calculus I w/Analytic Geometry.... 5
PHY 2015 Engineering Physics I ................. 5
HST 1493 US History since 1877 ................. 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
MTH 2315 Calculus II w/Analytic Geometry ... 5
PHY 2115 Engineering Physics II ................. 5
CS 2113 Programming in BASIC (or)
Other programming course...................... 3
MATHEMATICS
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HWP 1112 Personal Health (or)
MTH 2215 Calculus I w/Analytic Geometry ...... 5
MTH 2315 Calculus II w/Analytic Geometry ..... 5
PHY 2015 Engineering Physics I ..................... 5
PHY 2115 Engineering Physics II .................... 5
CS 1313 Logic and Problem Solving ............. 3
Science degree.
Actuarial Science
Operations Research
Applied Mathematics
Statistics
Mathematical Biology
Mathematics Teacher
Banking
Research
Mathematics
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES
CS 2113 Programming in BASIC (or)
CS 2123 Pascal Programming I
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Health, Wellness and Human Performance
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ..............................................40
ENG 1113 English Composition I ....................... 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II ....................... 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
HWP 1112 Personal Health or
HWP 2212 First Aid .................................... 2
HWP 1132 Lifetime Wellness…………………2
PHS 1114 General Physical Science…….…..4
3
HST 1493 US History since 1877………………..3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ........... 3
PHS 1114 General Physical Science .................... 4
BIO 1114 General Biology................................... 4
CHM 1114 General Chemistry (recommended) ...4
(Must include at least one lab course, see listing of area
three on pages 50-51 of the 2013-2014 college catalog)
HUMANITIES (6 Hrs)
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) ....................... 3
Any course with an ART prefix(or) ........................ 3
See listing of area four acceptable courses on
pages 50 & 51 of the 2013-2014 college catalog)
3
MTH 1413 Survey of Math…………………….. 3
LIBERAL ARTS AND GLOBAL AWARENESS (3 Hrs)
SOC 1113 Intro. to Sociology .............................. 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology………………..3
(or another course from area 6 pg. 51 of
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ............................ 17
HWP 1112 Personal Health ……………………......2
HWP 1132 Lifetime Wellness ………………………2
HWP 2212 First Aid ...........................................…2
HWP 2222 Sports Rules ..................................... .2
HWP 2242 Theory of Coaching Basketball (or)
HWP 2252 Theory of Coaching Baseball .......... 2
HWP 2962 Introduction to Kinesiology ……………2
HWP 2713 Care/Prevention of Athletic Injuries.......2
NUT 1553 Nutrition…………………………………...3
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES.................... 10
Arts and Sciences Electives (Courses from Catalog
on page 51, areas 2-6
HWP Activity Courses (Swimming, Weight Training, Dance,
Walking/Jogging, Softball, Basketball, Women’s Fitness)
ORI 1011 – Student Orientation
*Most Universities will take 2 Credits of Activity Classes
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS ...............................................62
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
SECOND SEMESTER
15
HWP 1112 Personal Health or
HWP 2212 First Aid...…………………….. 2
HWP 2222 Sports Rules and Officiating….….2
MTH 1413 Survey of Math or
Program Electives ....................................... 2
THIRD SEMESTER
16
HWP 2962 Introduction to Kinesiology………2
HWP 2242 Theory of Coaching Basketball (or)
HWP 2252 Theory of Coaching Baseball …2
Program Electives ....................................... 2
FOURTH SEMESTER
14
HWP 2713 Care/Prevention Athletic Injuries..2
NUT 1553 Nutrition…………………………….3
Science degree.
The course offerings in
Health Wellness and
Human Performance are
designed to provide the
basic courses which are
prerequisite to advanced
study in the field and to
assist students in the
development of physical
skills and to provide
instruction which will
promote personal health
wellness.
Students should choose
electives in consultation
with their academic advisor
and based on the catalog of
the college/university to
which they plan to transfer.
WITH A HEALTH WELLNESS
AND HUMAN
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Health and Sports
Management
HEALTH, WELLNESS AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY REQUIREMENTS
MSC evaluates students for placement into either foundational or college-level courses, whichever will lead to the greatest possibility of student
success. Academic placement is determined either by ACT test scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing
Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following eight (8) courses may need to be taken:
 MTH 0103 Introductory Ma th
 MTH 0303 Be ginning Alge bra
MTH0403 Intermediate Algebra
 ENG 0303 Ba s ic Englis h I
 ENG 0403 Ba s ic Englis h II
 SCI 0103 Basic Science
 ENG 0103 Re a ding I
 ENG 0203 Re a ding II
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Pre-Professional - Pre-Dentistry Emphasis
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ........................................ 40
ENG1113 English Composition I ................... 3
ENG1213 English Composition II ................... 3
SPC1113 Fundamentals of Speech ................ 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
MTH 2143 Brief Calculus .......................... 3
PHY 1114 General Physics I .................... 4
ZOO 1114 General Zoology ..................... 4
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ......... 1
HST1483 US History to 1877 (or) .................... 3
GVT1113 American Federal Government ....... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This pre-professional program
prepares the student to enter a
program in Dentistry,
Medicine, or Optometry. The
diversity of requirements for
individual programs requires
that students consult with an
advisor at Murray State
College, the Chair of the
Science Department and the
program that they plan to
attend after graduation.
SECOND SEMESTER
17
ENG1213 English Composition II .............. 3
HST1483 American History to 1877 ......... 3
PHY1214 General Physics II ................... 4
ART Elective ............................................ 3
PHY1114 General Physics I ........................... 4
ZOO1114 General Zoology ........................... 4
THIRD SEMESTER
16
PSY 1113 Introduction to Psychology ...... 3
CHM 1214 General Chemistry II .............. 4
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ....... 4
MTH2143 Brief Calculus (or) ........................... 3
ENG 2433 Intro. to World Literature (or) ......... 3
Any course with an ART prefix
Any course with a HUM prefix...................... 3
PSY1113 Introduction to Psychology (or) ....... 3
Any approved physical education course ...... 2
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION ............................... 1
FOURTH SEMESTER
18
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ......... 3
HUM Elective ........................................... 3
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ......... 4
MIC 2224 Introduction to Microbiology ..... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism .............................. 1
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Medical Doctor
Optometrist
Science degree.
SCIENCE PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS....... 13
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ................. 4
CHM1114 General Chemistry I ....................... .4
CHM1214 General Chemistry II ....................... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism (or) .............................. 1
Substitutions may be made with Department Chair approval.
PRE-DENTAL OPTION REQUIREMENTS ............... 12
MIC2224 Introduction to Microbiology.............. 4
PHY1214 General Physics II ........................... 4
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ............... 4
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Pre-Professional - Pre-Medicine Emphasis
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ........ 1
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
SECOND SEMESTER
18
HST 1483 American History to 1877 ........ 3
PHY 1214 General Physics II .................. 4
PHY1114 General Physics I ........................................ 4
ZOO1114 General Zoology ......................................... 4
MTH2143 Brief Calculus (or) ....................................... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
16
ENG 2433 Intro. to World Literature .......... 3
ART/HUM Elective .................................... 3
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ......... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism ............................. 1
Any course with a HUM prefix ...................................... 3
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FOURTH SEMESTER
18
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ............ 3
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ...... 4
MIC 2224 Introduction to Microbiology .... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism ............................ 1
PHYSCIAL EDUCATION (2 Hours)
Any approved physical education course ................. 2
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ............................. 4
Dentist
Medical Doctor
Optometrist
Science degree.
PRE-MEDICINE OPTION REQUIREMENTS ............ 13
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ........................... 4
MIC 2224 Introduction to Microbiology ........................ 4
PHY 1214 General Physics II ....................................... 4
CON 2911 Conservation Volunteerism
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ENG 0203 Reading II
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Pre-Professional - Pre-Optometry Emphasis
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
MTH 1613 Plane Trigonometry ................. 3
PHY1114 General Physics I ........................... 4
ZOO1114 General Zoology ............................. 4
MTH1513 College Algebra (or) ........................ 3
MTH1613 Plane Trigonometry
ENG 2433 Intro. to World Literature (or) ......... 3
Any course with a HUM prefix...................... 3
PSY1113 Introduction to Psychology ............... 3
Any approved physical education course ...... 2
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ................. 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism (or) ............................... 1
SECOND SEMESTER
17
THIRD SEMESTER
17
ENG 2433 Intro. to World Literature .......... 3
ART/HUM Elective .................................... 3
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ........ 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism ............................ 1
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ...... 4
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
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Medical Doctor
Optometrist
Science degree.
PRE-MEDICINE OPTION REQUIREMENTS ........... .11
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ................ 4
MTH 1613 Plane Trigonometry (or) ................. 3
MTH2143 Brief Calculus
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Pre-Professional - Pre-Pharmacy Option
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
15
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ........ 1
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Pharmacy program. The
Pharmacy School they plan to
SECOND SEMESTER
18
PHY1114 General Physics I .......................... 4
ZOO1114 General Zoology ............................. 4
THIRD SEMESTER
18
GVT 1113 American Government ............ 3
HUM/ART Elective .................................... 3
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ........ 4
MTH2143 Brief Calculus (or) ........................... 3
ECO2113 Principals of Macroeconomics ......... 3
PHARMACY
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15
ECO 2113 Principals of Macroeconomics 3
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ....... 4
MIC 2224 Introduction to Microbiology ..... 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism ............................ 1
PSY1113 Introduction to Psychology (or) ....... 3
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ................ 4
SL 1111 Volunteerism (or) .............................. 1
Pharmacist
Science degree.
PRE-PHARMACY OPTION REQUIREMENTS ........ .12
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ................ 4
MIC2224 Introduction to Microbiology.............. 4
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ENG 0203 Reading II
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Program of Veterinary Technology
Pre Professional – Veterinary Medicine Option
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION .............................................
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
18
ENG 1113 English Composition I .............. 3
CHM 1114 Chemistry I .............................. 4
ZOO 1114 General Zoology....................... 4
For admission to an
undergraduate preprofessional curriculum the
prospective veterinarian
should have a special
interest and excellent
grades in the sciences,
such as chemistry, physics,
biology, and mathematics.
Undergraduate emphasis
may be pre-veterinary
medicine (science) or preveterinary medicine
(agriculture).
Communication skills are
also important. All
veterinary colleges require a
minimum of two years of
pre-professional training for
admission, and the
professional curriculum
includes two years of the
basic medical sciences
followed by two years of
clinical veterinary medicine,
surgery, and other
supplemental courses.
SECOND SEMESTER
16
CHM 1214 Chemistry II ............................. 4
BOT 1114 General Botany ........................ 4
MTH 1513 College Algebra........................ 3
Any approved physical education course ........ 2
CHM 1114 General Chemistry I ....................... 4
CHM 1214 General Chemistry II ...................... 4
ZOO 1114 General Zoology ........................... 4
BOT 1114 General Botany ............................. 4
PHY 1114 General Physics I .......................... 4
PHY 1214 General Physics II ......................... 4
THIRD SEMESTER
14-19
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1877 ....... 3
PHY 1114 General Physics I ..................... 4
Liberal Arts Elective .................................. 3
Recommended Program Electives......... 4-9
LANGUAGE AND FINE ARTS (6 Hours)
FOURTH SEMESTER
14-15
GVT 1113 American Federal
Government ........................................... 3
PHY 1214 General Physics II .................... 4
Recommended Program Elective............ 4-5
LIBERAL ARTS
Elective.......................................................... 3
Students should choose electives in consultation
with their academic advisor and based on the catalog
of the college/university to which they plan to
transfer.
AG 1114 Intro to Ag Economics .................... 4
AG 1124 Intro to Animal Science ................. 4
AG 1214 Intro to Plant Science .................... 4
AG 2011 Topics in Agriculture ..................... 1
CHM 2345Organic Chemistry ...................... 4
MIC 2224 Microbiology................................. 4
Science degree.
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS……………………………..45-68
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Science
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
14
BIO 1404 Principals of Biology ................ 4
MTH1513 College Algebra (or)
MTH1413 Survey of Math
LIBERAL ARTS AND GLOBAL EDUCATION (3 Hours)
Any approved physical education course ................. 2
SL1111 Volunteerism (or) ............................................ 1
AP 2124 Anatomy and Physiology I ............................. 4
AP 2134 Anatomy and Physiology II ............................ 4
CON1404 Conservation of Natural Resources ............ 4
CON2403 Conservation of Wildlife Resources ............ 3
ENT2023 General Entomology .................................... 3
GEOL1014 General Geology ....................................... 4
MIC2224 Introduction to Microbiology ......................... 4
PHY1114 General Physics I ......................................... 4
PHY1214 General Physics II........................................ 4
SCI2224 Earth, Space and Environment ..................... 4
BIO2810 Special Problems course .......................... 1-3
SECOND SEMESTER
17
HUM Elective ............................................ 3
THIRD SEMESTER
16
Any approved physical education course ........ 2
FOURTH SEMESTER
15
ART Elective ............................................. 3
SL 1111 Volunteerism .............................. 1
Recommended Program Elective .............. 4
Recommended Program Elective............... 4
Science degree.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Science program is
designed to provide
students with a flexible
program of study that
provides opportunities to
explore a broad range of
scientific areas and prepare
them for a Bachelor degree
program at a University.
The diversity of programs
available after transfer
requires that the student
consult with a Murray State
College advisor, a Faculty
Advisor and the transfer
program they intend to
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Biochemistry
Conservation
Electronics
Environmental
Science
Geology
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Assistant
Physical Therapy
Assistant
Physics
Education
MSC evaluates students for placement into either foundational or college-level courses, whichever will lead to the greatest possibility of student success. Academic placement is determined either
by ACT test scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following eight (8) courses may need to be
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Associate in Applied Science Degree
Division of Business
Business Management
Workforce Development Certificates:
1. Business Computer User – Word, 2. Business Computer User – Excel, 3. Business Computer User – Access
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
CIS 1113 Computer Applications................ 3
BM 1103 Intro to Business ....................... 3
ENG 1213 English Composition II (or) ....................... 3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech
CULTURAL DIVERSITY/ARTISTIC EXPRESSION (1 Hour)
HUM 1111 Humanities (or) .......................................... 1
Any course with a HUM prefix (or) ......................... 3
Any course with an ART prefix ................................ 3
ARTS & SCIENCES (3 Hours)
ACC 2103 Fund. Financial Accounting ........................ 3
BM 1103 Intro. to Business……. ................................. 3
BM 1403 Business Math……….… ............................. .3
BM 2013 Prin. of Management ................................... 3
BM 2613 Business Ethics ........................................... 3
BUS 2763 Professional Development .......................... 3
ECO Elective ................................................................ 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance ......................................... 3
Substitutions may onlybe made with prior approval.
OPTION REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 6
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing ...................... 3
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications (or)...................... 3
CIS 2213 Database Management Systems ............ 3
Substitutions may only be made with prior approval.
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION……………………………...1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation……………...........1
ACC 1113 Intro. to Accounting..................................... 3
ACC 2203 Fund. Managerial Accounting..................... 3
ACC 2303 Computerized Accounting .......................... 3
BF 1113 Prin. of Banking ............................................ 3
BM 1123 Marketing ...................................................... 3
BM 2513 Bus. Mgmt. Internship I ................................. 3
BM 2533 Small Bus. Management............................... 3
BM 2803 Probate Procedures ...................................... 3
CIS 2253 Web Page Design ........................................ 3
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Proc. ................................ 3
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications ............................ 3
CIS 2803 Desktop Publishing ...................................... 3
ECO 2113 Prin. of Macroeconomics (or)
ECO 2123 Prin. of Microeconomics ........................ 3
ECO 2603 Bus. & Economic Statistics ........................ 3
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Comp II (or)
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ....... 3
HST 1493 U.S. History since 1877 .......... 3
BM 2013 Principles of Management .......... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
18
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ... 3
BM 1403 Business Math .......................... 3
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Accounting ..... 3
ECO 2113 Prin. of Macroeconomics (or)
ECO 2123 Prin. of Microeconomics ....... 3
Recommended Program Electives ............. 6
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
BC 2113 Business Communications ......... 3
BUS 2763 Professional Development ......... 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance ....................... 3
BUS 2841 Contemporary Business Issues (or)
BM 2613 Business Ethics ...................... 3
This is a suggested sequence time line
only. A student may need more than
four semesters to complete an
Associate in Applied Science Degree.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE IN
BUSINESS MANAGEMENTBUSINESS OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
1. Business Computer User – Word (6 hours)
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This suggested curriculum
includes degree
that will prepare students to
begin a career in their
specific field of interest. Be
careful to select the courses
that will best meet job
requirements for the desired
occupation.
The business management
curriculum, in general is
designed to prepare
graduates for the business
environment. Specific
options, such as Business
Office Technology, assist
the graduates in
customizing their
educational background to
fit the career in which they
can be most successful.
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Business Manager
Executive Assistant
Administrative
Services Manager
Customer Service
Manager
Property Manager
Records Manager
2. Business Computer User – Excel (6 hours)
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications
3. Business Computer User – Access
(6 hours)
CIS 2213 Database Management Systems
scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following six (6) courses may need to be taken:
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Business Management – Business Office Technology Option
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
BM 1103 Introduction to Business ............. 3
GVT 1113 American Government ............... 3
BM 1403 Business Math ........................... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This suggested curriculum
includes degree
that will prepare students to
begin a career in their
specific field of interest. Be
careful to select the courses
that will best meet job
requirements for the desired
occupation.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
ENG 1213 English Composition II (or)
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ....... 3
BC 2113 Business Communications ............ 3
BM 2013 Principles of Management ............ 3
ARTS & SCIENCES(3 Hours)
BC 2113 Business Communications……. ................. 3
BM 1103 Introduction to Business……….… .............. .3
BM 1403 Business Math ............................................. 3
BM 2013 Principles of Management ........................... 3
BM 2613 Business Ethics ........................................... 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance ........................................ 3
The business management
curriculum, in general is
designed to prepare
graduates for the business
environment. Specific
options, such as Business
Office Technology, assist
the graduates in
customizing their
educational background to
fit the career in which they
can be most successful.
THIRD SEMESTER
16
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Acct ................ 3
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing ..... 3
Recommended Program Electives ............. 9
FOURTH SEMESTER
17
BM 2613 Business Ethics.......................... 3
BUS 2763 Professional Development .......... 3
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications ........... 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance........................ 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………………….1
ACC 1113 Introduction to Accounting .......................... 3
ACC 2203 Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting ... 3
ACC 2303 Computerized Accounting .......................... 3
BM 1123 Marketing .................................................... 3
BM 2513 Bus. Mgmt. Internship I ............................... 3
BUS 2743 Administrative Office Procedures ............... 3
BUS 2810 Special Problems in Business ................. 1-3
CIS 2253 Web Page Design ....................................... 3
CIS 2803 Desktop Publishing ..................................... 3
CIS 2213 Data Base Management Systems .............. 3
CJ 1433 Introduction to Law ...................................... 3
ECO 2123 Principles of Microeconomics..................... 3
MOA 1113 Medical Terminology I ................................ 3
MOA 2123 Medical Office Procedures I....................... 3
MOA 2213 Medical Office Procedures and Billing ....... 3
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT –
BUSINESS OFFICE
TECHNOLOGY
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Executive Assistant
Payroll Specialist
Customer Service
Manager
Applications Specialist
Records Manager
(6 hours)
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Business Management- Legal Assistant Option
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
ENG 1113 English Composition I ............... 3
BM 1103 Introduction to Business ........... 3
CJ 1433 Introduction to Law ................... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Business Management
Legal Assistant Option is
designed to prepare its
graduates to work under the
general supervision of an
attorney performing tasks
traditionally performed by
attorneys. The responsibilities
of the Legal Assistant are
professional in nature, distinct
from routine clerical duties.
The Legal Assistant may:
interview clients; research
legal issues; prepare
documents; and, assist in
litigation allowing the
supervising attorney to provide
quality representation at lower
cost to the client.
SECOND SEMESTER
15
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ...... 3
BM 2013 Principles of Management ......... 3
CJ 1483 Legal Research ......................... 3
CJ 2323 Criminal Law ............................. 3
ARTS & SCIENCE (3 Hours)
BM 1103 Introduction to Business……….… ............... .3
BM 1403 Business Math .............................................. 3
BM 2013 Principles of Management ............................ 3
BM 2613 Business Ethics............................................. 3
BM 2803 Probate Procedures ...................................... 3
CJ 1433 Intro to Law .................................................... 3
CJ 1483 Legal Research .............................................. 3
CJ 2323 Criminal Law .................................................. 3
CJ 2433 Domestic Relations ........................................ 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance ......................................... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
16
ACC 2103 Fund of Financial Acct ............... 3
BM 1403 Business Math .......................... 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ... 3
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing ..... 3
BM 2803 Probate Procedures .................. 3
LEGAL ASSISTANT AND
RELATED OCCUPATIONS
FOURTH SEMESTER
18
BC 2113 Business Communications ......... 3
BM 2613 Business Ethics......................... 3
BUS 2763 Professional Development ......... 3
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications .......... 3
FIN 2633 Personal Finance ....................... 3
CJ 2433 Domestic Relations .................... 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………………...1
ACC 1113 Introduction to Accounting .......................... 3
BM 1813 Law Office Practice & Proc. .......................... 3
BM 1863 Trial Prep. & Procedures .............................. 3
BM 2543 Prin. of Real Estate ....................................... 3
BM 2623 Real Estate Practices ............................................ 3
BM 2823 Bus. Organization & Admin. Law .................. 3
BM 2863 Real Property ................................................ 3
BM 2883 Debtor Rights/Creditor Remedies................. 3
CIS 2213 Data Base Management Systems ............... 3
CJ 1113 Intro. To Criminal Justice ............................... 3
CJ 2443 Criminal Procedures ...................................... 3
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Office Manager
Executive Assistant
Records Manager
Law Clerks
Title Examiners
Claims Adjusters
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Business Management- Medical Office Assistant Option
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Credit Hours
16
The Business Management
Medical Assistant Option is
dedicated to providing
students with the essential
knowledge to develop
techniques and skills in
medical terminology, medical
billing and coding, and medical
office procedures to gain
immediate employment or to
advance in positions of
increasing responsibility in
various medical offices, clinics,
hospitals, doctors’ offices and
related health and medical
facilities.
ENG 1113 English Composition I .......................... 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ...................... 1
BM 1103 Introduction to Business ...................... 3
MOA 1113 Medical Terminology I .......................... 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ........................ 3
SECOND SEMESTER
15
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ................ 3
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1877................ 3
MOA 1233 Med. Term, A&P .................................. 3
Recommended Program Elective .......................... 3
THIRD SEMESTER
15
BM 1403 Business Math ..................................... 3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government............. 3
MOA 1123 Coding for Medical Office ..................... 3
MOA 1213 Medical Law, Liability, Ethics ................ 3
MOA 2123 Medical Office Procedures ................... 3
Recommended Program Elective .......................... 3
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES (3 Hours)
PSY 1113 Introduction to Psychology .......................... 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
BUSINESS OFFICE
TECHNOLOGY
16
BC 2113
Business Communications .................. 3
BUS 2763 Professional Development .................. 3
MOA 1223 Adv Coding for Medical Office ............. 3
MOA 2223 Spanish for the Medical Professional ... 3
MOA 2233 Med. Office Clinical Practicum ............. 3
Humanities Elective ................................................ 1
BC 2113 Business Communications .......................... 3
BM 1103 Intro. to Business……. ................................ 3
BM 1403 Business Math……….… ............................ .3
MOA 1123 Coding for Med Office ................................ 3
MOA 1213 Medical Law, Liability, Ethics ..................... 3
MOA 1223 Adv Coding for Medical Office ................... 3
MOA 1233 Med. Term, A & P ...................................... 3
MOA 2123 Medical Office Procedures ......................... 3
MOA 2223 Spanish for the Health Professional .......... 3
MOA 2233 Medical Office Practicum ........................... 3
Substitutions may only be made with prior approval.
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A student may need more than four
semesters to complete an Associate in
Applied Science Degree.
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………………....1
ACC 1113 Intro. to Accounting .................................... 3
ACC 2103 Fund. Financial Acct. ................................. 3
ACC 2303 Computerized Accounting ......................... 3
BM 2103 Prin. of Management .................................. 3
BM 2613 Business Ethics .......................................... 3
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing ..................... 3
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications ........................... 3
CIS 2213 Database Management Systems ................ 3
MOA 2213 Med. Office Procedures & Billing .............. 3
MOA 2221 Medical Office Seminar ............................. 1
MOA 2810 Special Problems in MOA ...................... 1-3
Medical Office Manager
Medical Office Assistant
Medical Secretary
Medical Records Clerk
Medical Biller & Coder
Medical Receptionist
(6 hours)
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ENG 0203 Reading II
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Division of Child Development & Nursing
Child Development
1. Certificate of Mastery
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Credit Hours
ENG 1213 English Composition II ................ .3
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech ................ 3
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
16
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ............... 3
SECOND SEMESTER
17
Any approved physical education course…2
This Associate in Applied
Science program prepares
students for careers in child
development services and
provides those already
employed in childcare with the
opportunity to increase their
knowledge and update their
skills. The demand for
graduates of this program
continues to increase as the
need for quality childcare
becomes one of the most
important concerns of our
nation. Working with children
to enrich their lives can be a
very personally satisfying
occupation.
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HUMANITIES (3 Hour)
Any course with an ART or MUS prefix ....... 3
(See listing of acceptable courses in the 20122014 college catalog)
THIRD SEMESTER
15
Humanities…. ............................................. 3
Child Development Electives ...................... 6
BIO 1114 General Biological Science (or)
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ........... 4
PE 2212 First Aid (or) ...................................... 2
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ................. 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation…………1
CD 1243 Health, Safety, & Nutrition ............... 3
CD 1253 Infant & Toddler Programs ............... 3
CD 1353 Child & Family Development............ 3
CD 2453 Curriculum Planning ........................ 3
CD 2463 Admin. Of Child Care Centers ......... 3
CD 2533 Guidance of Young Children ............ 3
CD 2543 Creative Arts for Children ................ 3
CD 2553 Cognitive Activities .......................... 3
CD 2563 Family & Community Relations ........ 3
CD 2573 Children w/Special Needs ................ 3
CD 2583 Lang. & Phys. Skills for Child ........... 3
CD 2593 The School-Age Child ...................... 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
BIO 1114 General Biological Science (or)
PHS 1114 General Physical Science ....... 4
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
• Head Start assistant
teacher
• Early Head Start teacher
• Child care master/lead
teacher
• Family child care home
provider
• Child care center director
• School-age program
provider
• Early intervention/special
needs program
• Para-professional assistant
CHILD DEVELOPMENT –
CERTIFICATE OF MASTERY
Certificate of Mastery (18 hours)
THE POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF
EARNING AN ASSOCIATES IN
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
• Earn a promotion and/or
more money.
• Develop your professional
skills.
• Provide higher quality child
care.
• Network with professionals
like yourself.
• Become a more confident
child care provider.
ENG 1113 English Composition I .......... 3
(15 hours)
CD 1243 Health, Safety, & Nutrition ....... 3
CD 1253 Infant & Toddler Programs ....... 3
CD 1353 Child & Family Development..... 3
CD 2453 Curriculum Planning ................. 3
CD 2533 Guidance of Young Children ..... 3
CD 2543 Creative Arts for Children ......... 3
CD 2553 Cognitive Activities ................... 3
CD 2563 Family & Community Relations . 3
CD 2573 Children w/Special Needs......... 3
CD 2583 Lang. & Phys. Skills for Child .... 3
scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following four (4) courses may need to be taken:
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ENG 0203 Reading II
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Computer Information Systems
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
14
PHS 1114 Gen Phys Science........................ 4
ECO 2113 Principles of MacroEconomics ..... 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This curriculum is intended to
provide students with the
essential knowledge to
develop information system
and networking techniques
and skills, and prepare them to
begin a career in their specific
field of interest.
SECOND SEMESTER
17
PE 2212 First Aid..................................... 2
CS 1313 Logic & Problem Solving ................ 3
CIS 1653 Data Comm & Network Fund ....... 3
Students are exposed to
fundamental computer
concepts, various computer
applications, hardware,
software, and more.
Substantial “hands on”
practical experience in all
topics is required.
THIRD SEMESTER
15
CIS 2213 Database Mgmt Systems ............. 3
BC 2113 Business Communications ............. 3
ECO 2113 Principles of Macroeconomics (or) ............ 3
HEALTH, WELLNESS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE (2 Hours)
Any physical education course
CS 1313 Logic & Problem Solving ............................... 3
CIS 1653 Data Comm & Network Fund ....................... 3
CIS 2213 Database Mgmt Systems ............................. 3
CIS 2603 Specialized Word Processing (OR) ............. 3
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .......................... 1
CIS 1533 Intro Visual Basic ....................................... 3
CIS 2173 Object Oriented Programming .................. 3
CIS 2183 Intro to JAVA .............................................. 3
CIS 2223 Systems Analysis....................................... 3
CIS 2253 Web Page Design ...................................... 3
CIS 2803 Desktop Publishing .................................... 3
CS 2163 C++ Programming ...................................... 3
COMPUTER INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
CIS 2723 Spreadsheet Applications.............. 3
BIO 1114 Gen Biology ................................. 4
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This is a suggested course sequence only.
Students may, with guidance from an
Academic Advisor as well as a Faculty
Advisor, make changes to the course
sequence. The student should be aware
that changes to the course sequence may
need more than four semesters to complete
the Associate in Science degree.
Personal Computer
Technical Support
Computer Help Desk
Support
Database Manager
Office Management
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(6 hours)
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ENG 0203 Reading II
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Division of Social Sciences
Gunsmithing Technology
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ………………………………..18
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
ORI 1011 New Student Col Orientation ......... 1
MTH 1123 Technical Math
or MTH 1513 College Algebra ................... 3
GS 1103 Gunsmithing Theory I .................... 3
GS 1112 Blueprint Reading ......................... 2
GS 1323 Machine Tool Practices ................. 3
GS 1203 Bench Metal Work ......................... 3
GS 1012 Gun Bluing ………………………….2
*GS Elective(s) Leads to Workforce Certificate
(or) SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech
HST 1483 US History to 1877 …………………………3
(or) HST 1493 US History since 1877
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ……………3
MATHEMATICS (6 Hours)
GS 1123 Technical Mathematics …...……...…………..3
MTH 1513 College Algebra
BM 1403 Business Mathematics ……………………….3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
SECOND SEMESTER
16
BM 1403 Business Math .............................. 3
GS 1322 Gunsmithing Theory II ................... 2
GS 1304 Machine Metal Work I .................... 4
GS 1713 Riflesmithing ................................. 3
GS 2213 General Metals.............................. 3
GS 1201 Gun Store Management ................ 1
GS 1012 Gun Bluing .................................................... 2
GS 1103 Gunsmithing Theory I.................................…3
GS 1112 Blueprint Reading……. ................................. 2
GS 1201 Gun Store Management................................ 1
GS 1203 Bench Metal Work ......................................... 3
GS 1233 Stockmaking 1............................................... 3
GS 1304 Machine Metal Work I ................................... 4
GS 1313 Machine Metal Work II .................................. 3
GS 1322 Gunsmithing Theory II……….…. ................. .2
GS 1323 Machine Tool Practices................................. 3
GS 1713 Riflesmithing …………………………………..3
GS 2213 General Metals .............................................. 3
GS 2503 Adv. Gunsmithing Theory ............................. 3
GS 2573 Metal Finishing ………………………………..3
GS 2723 Repairing of Firearms I ……………………….3
GS 2822 Repairing of Firearms II ……………………...2
GS 2823 Pistolsmithing ………………………………….3
THIRD SEMESTER
18
GVT 1113 American Fed. Government ……. 3
ENG 1113 English Comp I …………………. 3
GS 1233 Stockmaking I ……………………... 3
GS 2573 Metal Finishing ……………………. 3
GS 2503 Advanced Gunsmithing Theory .….3
GS 2723 Repairing of Firearms .……………3
FOURTH SEMESTER
14
HST 1483 US History to 1865
or HST 1493 US History since 1865 ……...3
ENG 1213 English Comp II
or SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech …3
GS 1313 Machine Metal Work II ……………..3
GS 2822 Repairing of Firearms II …………....2
GS 2823 Pistolsmithing ………………………3
*GS Electives(s) Leads to Workforce Certificate
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION....................................1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation..............................1
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS for the AAS DEGREE
in GUNSMITHING TECHNOLOGY………………64-65
FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC TECHNICAL TRAINING:
This is a suggested sequence time line only.
A student may need more than four semesters to
complete an Associate in Applied Science Degree.
GUNSMITHING TECHNOLOGY
GS 1213 Intro to CNC/CAD...........................................3
GS 2732 Accurizing Factory Rifles................................2
GS 2222 Stockmaking II................................................2
GS 2912 Machine Shop 1..............................................2
GS 2922 Machine Shop 2..............................................2
GS 2932 Machine Shop 3 .............................................2
GS 2942 Machine Shop 4..............................................2
GS 2582 Handloading and Ballistics…...………………..2
GS 2592 Advanced Metal Finishing.…………………….2
GS 1312 Advanced AutoCAD .…………………………..2
1. Metal Finishing (7 hours)
GS 1012 Gunbluing
GS 2573 Metal Finishing
GS 2592 Adv. Metal Finishing
MAXIMUM HOURS POSSIBLE
INCLUDING ALL ELECTIVES..................................86-87
2. Mechanical Design/CNC (7 hours)
GS 1112 Blueprint Reading
GS 1213 Intro to CNC/CAD
GS 1312 Adv. AutoCAD
This program is designed to
teach the student a wide range
of techniques used in the field
of Gunsmithing. Skills
developed with these
techniques will provide the
Gunsmithing student with the
basic knowledge to perform
gun repairs/maintenance,
understand technical drawings,
operate conventional and CNC
machine tooling, customize
and alter firearms, apply
various firearms finishes,
manufacture parts/tooling,
understand gun store
management, perform
gunstock work, heat treat and
cryogenically process metals,
and acquire NRA Range
Safety Officer training. Since
there are very limited colleges
teaching Gunsmithing
throughout the United States,
the demand for graduates
should be excellent for many
years to come.
Students seeking to enroll in
Gunsmithing at Murray
State College must not only
apply to MSC, but must also
directly apply to the
Gunsmithing Department.
Enrollment is limited.
GUNSMITHING TECHNOLOGY
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Gun Shop Owner/Manager
Firearms sales
General Gunsmith
Custom Gunsmith
Government/Law
Enforcement Armorer
Cryogenic Operator
Machinist
Factory Service
Representative
Gun Range Operator
MSC evaluates students for placement into either foundational or college-level courses, whichever will lead to the greatest possibility of student
success. Academic placement is determined either by ACT test scores or by COMPASS test scores. These tests are administered in the Testing
Center at MSC. Based upon the scores, some or all of the following six (6) courses may need to be taken:
 MTH 0103 Introductory Ma th
 MTH 0303 Be ginning Alge bra
 ENG 0303 Ba s ic Englis h I
 ENG 0403 Ba s ic Englis h II
 ENG 0103 Re a ding I
 ENG 0203 Re a ding II
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Division of Child Development & Nursing
Nursing
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ........................................ 19
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
Fall Semester
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I ... 4
NUR 1116 Client & Nursing Process............. 6
ENG 1213 English Composition II (or) ........................ 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ........................... 3
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology .......................................3
HST 1483 US History to 1877 (or) ................................3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ..................3
HUMANITIES REQUIREMENTS (1 Hour)
HUM 1111 Humanities (or) ...........................................1
(See listing of acceptable courses on pages of the college catalog)
Displayed Proficiency
PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS ...................... 50
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I ....................4
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology II……. ........... 4
NUT 1553 Nutrition……….… ........................................3
MIC 2224 Microbiology .................................................4
NUR 1116 Client & Nursing Process ............................6
NUR 1129 Hlth Promo & Nursing Process I .................9
NUR 2219 Hlth Promo &Nursing Process II .................9
NUR 2220 Leadership & Nursing Process .................11
NUR 1113 Nursing Role Transition (Career Mobility Students
only) ..........................................................................3
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION ............................... .1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ..............................1
Any student that scores less than a 19 on the math
portion of the ACT will be required to take one of the
following math courses.
MTH 1513 College Algebra (or) ....................................3
MTH 1112 Math for Meds
Developmental math courses will be accepted for our math
requirement
SECOND SEMESTER
16
Spring Semester
NUT 1553 Nutrition...................................... 3
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology II ..... 4
NUR 1129 Hlth Promo & Nursing Process I... 9
THIRD SEMESTER
4
Summer Session
MIC 2224 Intro to Microbiology…………...…4
FOURTH SEMESTER
16
Fall Semester
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology ........................ 3
Humanities Elective .................................. 1-3
NUR 2219 Hlth Promo & Nursing Process II .. 9
FIFTH SEMESTER
17
Spring Semester
ENG 1213 English Comp II or
NUR 2220 Leadership & Nursing Process ... 11
♦ One year of high school Chemistry with a
grade of B or higher or one semester of college
Chemistry with a grade of C or higher is required
as a prerequisite for AP 2124, AP 2134 & MIC
2224 at Murray State College. Science courses
cannot be older than 10 years from anticipated
graduation date.
♦ Beginning Fall 2013, students who score in the
range of 15 to 19 ACT science sub-score will be
required to take Principles of Biology, BIO1404
as remediation before taking Anatomy and
Physiology or Microbiology.
Murray State College offers a four
semesters and one summer
session nursing program and a
Career Mobility Option nursing
program. Graduates of these
programs will receive an Associate
of Applied Science Degree in
Nursing from Murray State
College, and will be eligible to take
The National Council Licensure
Exam. Upon successfully passing
this exam you will be a Registered
Nurse (RN).
Career Mobility Option
Previous Educational experiences
of licensed practical nurses and
licensed
paramedics
are
recognized by providing advanced
standing
credit
opportunities.
LPN/Paramedics must complete
all 35 hours of general education
courses in order to complete the
nursing program.
*See Website for more information
Applications are due the first
Friday in March each year for the
upcoming fall semester.
Applications cannot be mailed to
students. All students wishing to
apply to the Nursing Program must
attend a Nursing Admission Class
offered each December, January
or February in order to obtain an
application. See Application
Process on the website for more
details.
If you have questions regarding
the education requirements,
please contact the program
director.
Robin Coppedge, MS, RN
Nursing Program Chair
Assistant Professor
One Murray Campus N/AH Suite 105
(580) 371-2371 x333
[email protected]
Janice Wallace
Nursing/Child Dev. Secretary
(580) 371-2371 Ext. 339
[email protected]
The MSC Nursing Program maintains a website for general information. Please visit the MSC Homepage at www.mscok.edu and
click on “Associate Programs in Applied Science” under the tab “Academics”. The MSC Nursing Program is nationally accredited
by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326;
(404) 975-5000.
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Department of Allied Health
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
17
MTH 1413 Survey of Math (or) .................... 3
MTH 1123 Technical Math I (or)
HST 1493 US History since 1877 ............. 3
• AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I .. 4
SPC 1113 Fundamentals of Speech (or)
ENG 2113 Technical Report Writing
MTH 1123 Technical Math I .................................... 3
BEHAVIORAL & LIFE SCIENCE (17 Hours)
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I .................. 4
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology II ................. 4
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology............................ 3
PSY 2523 Developmental Psychology (Lifespan) ....... 3
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology .......................... 3
HUMANITIES (1 Hour)
HUM 1111 Humanities Electives (or)
Any course with a HUM prefix(or)
Any course with an ART prefix .................................. 1
(See listing of acceptable courses the 2012-2014 college catalog)
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY (0 Hour)
Displayed Proficiency
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION…………………….…..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............................ 1
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVE
MOA 1113 Medical Terminology I .............................. 3
PE 2212 First Aid .................................................... 2
OTA 2112 Introduction to Occupational Therapy ........ 2
OTA 2122 Therapeutic Techniques ........................... 2
OTA 2113 OT Process I ............................................ 3
OTA 2133 Clinical Conditions .................................... 3
OTA 2143 Human Movement & Kinesiology .............. 3
OTA 2101 FW Level IA ............................................. 1
OTA 2203 Therapeutic Interventions for Infants/Child 3
OTA 2223 Community & Psychosocial Practice ......... 3
OTA 2243 OT Practice & Adaptations ........................ 3
OTA 2222 Activity/Task Analysis ............................... 2
OTA 2121 FW Level IB ............................................. 1
OTA 2233 Professional Management ........................ 3
OTA 2253 Clinical FW Level IIA ................................ 3
OTA 2263 Clinical FW Level IIB ................................ 3
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The OTA Program is designed to
prepare students to become
Certified Occupational Therapy
Assistants who work in
collaboration with and under the
supervision of licensed
Occupational Therapists to help
others fully participate in the job of
living. Learning, growing, playing,
working, managing our homes and
caring for our families are among
SECOND SEMESTER
17
the “occupations” of life.
Occupational Therapy focuses on
enabling people of all ages to
ENG 2113 Technical Report Writing ........ 3
regain, develop, or master the
GVT 1113 American Fed Government .... 3
activities of daily life. The OTA
Program’s curriculum will prepare
individuals to work in a team with
• AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology II . 4
the supervision of the occupational
therapist in screening, assessing,
nd
Students must apply and be accepted in the 2 year planning, and implementing
or specialty year of the OTA program.
treatment strategies, as well as
documenting progress for clients
THIRD SEMESTER
14
receiving occupational therapy
OTA 2112 Introduction to OT ....................... 2
services.
OTA 2122 Therapeutic Techniques .............. 2
OTA 2113 OT Process I ............................... 3
The Associate in Applied Science
OTA 2133 Clinical Conditions ....................... 3
degree OTA program is a 1+1
OTA 2143 Human Movement & Kinesiology .. 3
model program. Students
OTA 2101 FW Level IA ................................ 1
interested in this program may
FOURTH SEMESTER
12
begin taking general education
OTA 2203 Therapeutic Interventions for
classes (34 hours of prerequisites)
Infants/Children ........................................... 3
to prepare to enter the second
OTA 2223 Community & Psychosocial Prac .. 3
year of the program. Students
OTA 2243 OT Practice & Adaptation ............ 3
who are interested in the OTA
OTA 2222 Activity/Task Analysis .................. 2
program must apply to be
OTA 2121 FW Level IB ................................ 1
accepted in the 2nd year or the
specialty year of the program.
SUMMER SEMESTER ________________ 3
OTA 2233 Professional Management ........... 3
FIFTH SEMESTER ____________________6
OTA 2253 Clinical FW Level IIA ................... 3
OTA 2263 Clinical FW Level IIB ................... 3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS……………………….69
• In order to enroll in A&P I & II at MSC,
students must have had 1 year of HS
Chemistry with a grade of “B” or
better to take 1 semester of college
chemistry as a prerequisite for MSC
Biological sciences (see MSC
Catalog). If you take your biological
sciences (A & P) at another college,
then you would be required to meet
the requirements for that school’s
sciences.
satisfies degree requirements and
courses that are usually completed
in the first two years of a four-year
degree program. It is advised that
students interested in transferring
to a four-year college or university
consult with an academic advisor
from that school to ensure
transferability.
For further queries, please contact:
OTA Program Director
(580) 371-2371 Ext. 237
Allied Health Secretary
(580) 371-2371 Ext. 341
The MSC OTA Program maintains a website for general information. Please visit the MSC Homepage at www.mscok.edu and click on “Associate
Programs in Applied Science” under the tab “Academics”. The MSC OTA Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational
Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200
Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE's contact number, c/o AOTA, is (301) 652-2682, Fax (301) 652-1417.
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Division of Allied Health
Credit Hours
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER (Fall)
17
ORI 1011 Student College Orientation ......... 1
ENG 1113 English Composition I ................. 3
MTH 1123 Technical Math ......................... 3
• AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology .. 4
HST 1483 or 1493 US History ....................... 3
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ............ 3
HUMANITIES (1 Hour)
MTH 1513 College Algebra, (or)
MTH1413 Survey of Math, (or)
MTH- 1123 Technical Math ...................................... 3
BEHAVIORAL & LIFE SCIENCE (14 Hours)
AP 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology...................... 4
AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology...................... 4
PSY 1113 Introductory Psychology ........................... 3
PSy 2523 Developmental Psychology (Lifespan) ........ 3
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES
When applicable, select courses from Fine Arts, Foreign
Languages, Humanities, Mathematics, Language Arts,
Natural Sciences, Behavioral or Social Sciences
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION…………………….…..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation ............................ 1
PTA 2102 Anatomy & Movement ................................. 2
PTA 2112 Intro to Physical Therapy ............................ 2
PTA 2126 PT Principles and Procedures I ................. 6
PTA 2133 Med and Surgical Conditions ...................... 3
PTA 2144 Funct Anatomy and Kinesiology ................. 4
PTA 2152 Clinical Practicum I...................................... 2
PTA 2213 PT Principles and Procedures II ................. 3
PTA 2223 Seminar in Physical Therapy ...................... 3
PTA 2234 Rehabilitation Techniques ........................... 4
PTA 2243 Clinical Practicum II..................................... 3
PTA 2253 Clinical Practicum III.................................... 3
PE 2212 First Aid ....................................................... 2
SECOND SEMESTER (Spring)
17
SPC 1113 Fund of Speech (or)
ENG 2113 Tech Report Writing .................. 3
GVT 1113 American Government ................. 3
• AP 2134 Human Anatomy & Physiology .... 4
CIS 1113 Computer Applications................... 3
Humanities Elective ........................................... 1
Students must apply and be accepted to enter the
second year of the program.
THIRD SEMESTER
17
Summer/Fall Intersession
PTA 2102 Anatomy & Movement .................. 2
PTA 2112 Intro to Physical Therapy .............. 2
Fall Semester
PTA 2126 PT Principles and Procedures I .... 6
PTA 2133 Med and Surgical Conditions ........ 3
PTA 2144 Func. Anat and Kines ................... 4
FOURTH SEMESTER (Spring)
12
Spring Intersession
PTA 2152 Clinical Practicum I ....................... 2
Spring Semester
PTA 2213 PT Principles and Procedures II.... 3
PTA 2223 Seminar in Physical Therapy ........ 3
PTA 2234 Rehabilitation Techniques............. 4
FIFTH SEMESTER (Summer)
6
PTA 2243 Clinical Practicum II ...................... 3
PTA 2253 Clinical Practicum III ..................... 3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS .......................... 69
• In order to enroll in A&P I & II at MSC,
students must have had 1 year of HS Chemistry
with a grade of “B” or better to take 1 semester
of college chemistry as a prerequisite for MSC
Biological sciences (see MSC Catalog). (If you
take your biological sciences (A & P) at another
college, then you would be required to meet the
requirements for that school’s sciences.)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The PTA Program is designed to
prepare students to become
dynamic team members working
with the direction and supervision
of physical therapists (PT).
Graduates of this program will
work with people of all ages and
with many different conditions that
limit movement and function.
"Physical Therapy helps people
move better!" Physical therapy a
dynamic and exciting profession.
Qualified students must apply
to the second year of the
program. To learn more about
the application process go to
the PTA Program web page.
Follow the procedures
explained at the APPLICATION
INFORMATION menu link.
Not all students who apply to
the second year are accepted.
Students who are accepted into
the second year of the program
complete the technical
component of the program in
approximately 14 months.
If you have questions regarding
the education requirements,
please contact the program
director.
PTA Program Director
Allied Health Department Chair
Physical Therapist Assistant Program
One Murray Campus NAH #108 /
(580) 371-2371 x340
Allied Health Secretary
(580) 371-2371 Ext. 341
For more information about the PTA Program go to the program web page linked to the MSC home page: www.mscok.edu under
the Academics menu and then to Associate Programs in Applied Science. You can locate important information on the success of
graduates at this site under the Program Information link.
The PTA program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American
Physical Therapy Association (APTA). You can compare the MSC PTA program to other programs and by going to the CAPTE
website located at: http://www.capteonline.org
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Program of Veterinary Technology
Credit Hours
GENERAL EDUCATION ....................................... 20
ENG 1113 English Composition I ................................3
ENG 2113 Technical Report Writing ..........................3
HST 1493 US History since 1877 ..............................3
GVT 1113 American Federal Government ....................3
BIO 1114 General Biology ..............................................4
Any course with an ART prefix ...................................1
CIS 1113 Computer Applications .................................3
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION…………………………..1
ORI 1011 New Student Orientation .............................1
VT 1101 Medical Terminology I.................................. 1
VT 1104 Introduction to Veterinary Technology ......... 4
VT 1112 VT Math for Meds ........................................2
VT 1114 Anatomy of Domestic Animals .....................4
VT 1201 Medical Terminology II................................. 1
VT 1214 Anesthesia & Surgical Nursing .................... 4
VT 1223 Physiology of Domestic Animals .................. 3
VT 1224Clinical Pathology I ....................................... 4
VT 2006 Externship ................................................... 6
VT 2103 Clinical Pathology II ..................................... 3
VT 2113 Veterinary Imaging ...................................... 3
VT 2123 Diseases of Domestic Animals .................... 3
VT 2124 Pharmacology and Small Animal
Medical Nursing ...................................................... 4
VT 2213 Veterinary Clinical Nutrition ......................... 3
VT 2213 Veterinary Hospital Management ................. 4
VT 2214 Large Animal Medical Nursing ..................... 3
VT 2223 Wild, Zoo, Laboratory Animals ..................... 3
The Program emphasizes “handson” training with both large and
small animals to prepare
graduates to become integral
members of the professional
Veterinary Health Care Team.
The Veterinary Technology
Program is fully accredited by the
American Veterinary Medical
Association. Graduates of the
Veterinary Technology Program
are eligible to sit for State and
National Board Examinations to
become Registered Veterinary
Technicians. Many career
opportunities are available to
Registered Veterinary Technicians
and include:
•
Veterinary clinical practice
and laboratories
•
Non-profit organizations
•
Veterinary supply and
pharmaceutical companies
•
Zoological parks
•
Farm management
•
Education
•
Military and other
governmental agencies
•
Veterinary technician
specialties
SECOND SEMESTER
19
SPC1113 Fundamentals of Speech (or)
ENG2113 Technical Report Writing .........3
BIO 1114 General Biology ...........................4
VT 1201 Medical Terminology II ..................1
VT 1223 Physiology of Domestic Animals ...3
VT 1224 Clinical Pathology I........................4
VT 2124 Pharmacology & Small Animal
Medical Nursing ........................................4
THIRD SEMESTER
17
CIS 1113 Computer Applications ............... 3
Cultural Diversity Elective (1 or 3 hours) .... 1
VT 1214 Anesthesia and Surgical
Nursing .................................................... 4
VT 2103 Clinical Pathology II...................... 3
VT 2113 Veterinary Imaging ....................... 3
VT 2123 Diseases of Domestic Animals ..... 3
FOURTH SEMESTER
13
GVT 1113 American Government .............. 3
VT 2213 Veterinary Imaging ...................... 3
VT 2214 Large Animal Medical Nursing .... 4
VT 2223 Wild, Zoo, and Laboratory
Animals ................................................... 3
Registered Veterinary Technicians
perform all facets of veterinary
medicine except diagnosis,
prescribing medication and
performing surgery.
FIFTH SEMESTER
6
VT 2006 Externship ................................... 6
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS………………………………….76
PROGRAM ELECTIVES
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER
18
ENG 1113 English Composition I .............. 3
HST 1493 Amer. History since 1865 .... 3
VT 1101 Medical Terminology I.................. 1
VT 1104 Intro to Veterinary Technology..... 4
VT 1112 VT Math for Meds ........................ 2
VT 1114 Anatomy of Domestic Animals ..... 4
Veterinary Technology courses must be taken in
this sequence. Most students will have completed
some or all of the general education requirements
prior to beginning Veterinary Technology core
requirements. Students who successfully
complete Veterinary Assisting I & II will receive a
Veterinary Assisting Certificate
VA 1103 Veterinary Assisting I ..................................3
VA 1203 Veterinary Assisting II .................................3
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•
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ENG 0103 Reading I
ENG 0203 Reading II
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INFORMATION
Arrangement. All course descriptions are arranged in alphabetical
order by subject (example: Accounting, ACC).
Course Numbers. Courses are numbered in four digits. The first
digit indicates the class year; the last digit indicates the credit hours and
all four serve to denote the course. Example: A course numbered 1123
signifies a freshman course with three credit hours. Courses beginning
with a number 0 are remedial and pre-collegiate, are not for credit, and
do not apply toward graduation. Course numbers ending in 0 means
that the credit carried varies.
ACCOUNTING (ACC)
ACC 1113 INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student with the basic accounting
knowledge and skills necessary for development and maintenance of a set of
books. Students will gain a working knowledge of the accounting cycle; bank
reconciliation; payroll accounting; taxes; accounting for service and
merchandising concerns; special journals and subsidiary ledgers; adjustments;
financial statements; and the closing process. Emphasis will be placed on
preparing students for entry-level bookkeeping and accounting clerk positions.
Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
ACC 2103 FUNDAMENTALS OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: None.
The study of concepts and procedures for preparation of general-purpose
financial statements using general accounting principles. This course is
designed to provide the student with basic principles of accounting theory.
Students will gain a working knowledge of accounting for sole proprietorships,
partnerships, and corporations. Topics covered will include the accounting
cycle, financial statements/ratio analysis, capital and stockholders equity,
merchandising, stock transactions, cash flow statements, investments, and
ethics. Emphasis will be placed on the study of financial accounting. It is
recommended that a student entering this course have bookkeeping, accounting
work related experience, or high school equivalent. Three lecture hours a week.
Credit: Three semester hours.
ACC 2203 FUNDAMENTALS OF MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC 2103.
This course is the study of managerial accounting concepts and objectives;
planning and control of sales and costs; analysis of costs and profits for
management decision making. This course is designed as a continuation of
fundamentals of financial accounting.
Topics covered will include
manufacturing/cash flow, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit, managerial
decisions, capital budgeting, present value/future value, budget allocation,
variance analysis, job order costing, process costing, and standard costing.
Emphasis will be placed on managerial decision-making based upon the
analysis of accounting information. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
ACC 2303 COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC 1113 or ACC 2103 & CIS 1113.
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to modern
computerized integrated accounting systems utilizing a hands-on approach.
Students will gain a working knowledge of accounting for sole proprietorship and
partnership service and merchandising concerns within an integrated system
beginning with analysis of transactions or "input," the actual functions of the
computer system, and the "output" or end result generated by the computer.
ACC 2503 OIL & GAS ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC 2103 or demonstrated competence approved by program
chair.
This course is an introduction to specific financial accounting rules and practices
common to the petroleum industry from exploration to producing properties.
Topics covered will include terminology exclusive to the field, successful efforts
accounting procedures, full cost accounting procedures, SEC regulations, FASB
procedures, and tax treatment. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
ACC 2703 TAX ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC 2203 or demonstrated competence approved by program
chair.
This course examines basic income tax laws, which apply to individuals and
sole proprietorships. Topics include personal exemptions, gross income,
business expenses, non-business deductions, capital gains, and losses.
Completion of an individual income tax return will be included. Some computer
skills would be beneficial. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
ACC 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: Approval of the Departmental Chair.
This course is designed specifically for special seminars, special studies, special
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Accounting. May
be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
AGRICULTURE (AG)
AG 1113 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
Prerequisite: None.
The course covers the economic theory of production, marketing and
consumption of agricultural products. The role and structure of agriculture in the
American economy are also included. Four lecture hours a week. Credit:
Three semester hours.
AG 1124 INTRODUCTION TO THE ANIMAL SCIENCES
Prerequisite: None.
This survey course deals with meat, milk, eggs, and other animal products,
world needs and distribution of farm animals; production and management;
quality standards, processing and distribution. Three lecture and two laboratory
hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
AG 1214 INTRODUCTION TO THE PLANT SCIENCES
Prerequisite: None.
This basic course covers the concepts and principles of growth and distribution,
classification, culture, and utilization of economic plants. Three lecture and two
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
AG 1513 INTRODUCTION TO HORSE PRODUCTION
Prerequisite: None.
This course begins an introduction to the horse industry. The course then
covers the history of the horse including the various breeds and their uses.
Digestive physiology and equine nutrition, diseases and parasites of the horse,
and health care are other topics discussed in this course. Three lecture hours a
week. Credit: Three semester hours.
AG 1532 ADVANCED HORSE PRODUCTION
Prerequisite: AG 1513.
This course completes the study of the horse. The first half of this course deals
with equine anatomy and physiology, covering the skeletal system, muscular
systems, respiratory system, circulatory system, urinary-excretory system,
nervous system, and skin and hair. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two
semester hours.
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AG 1543 EQUINE EVALUATION
Prerequisite: None.
This course deals with the evaluation of a horse's conformation and
performance. Topics covered in this course include: terms used in judging
horse conformation, evaluation of the horse's conformation and structural
soundness, evaluating and judging a horse show, and expressing oral reasons.
Also discussed in this course are the blemishes and unsoundnesses of the
horse, and determining age by teeth. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a
AG 2011 TOPICS IN AGRICULTURE
procedures relevant to the chemical and physical conditions of soil. Three
lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
AGR 2324 PRINCIPLES OF RANGE MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: AG 1214 & AG 1124.
This course involves a study of the general principles of range and pasture
management. Principles of forage plant properties, ecology and management of
rangelands for sustained production are covered. Three lecture and two
AGR 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN AGRONOMY
Prerequisite: None.
This course involves the use of farm and ranch operators as resource personnel
in discussions of current problems and issues in agriculture. One lecture hour a
week. Credit: One semester hour.
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Agronomy. May
AG 2012 AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL)
Prerequisite: None.
This is an entry-level course designed to help students explore teaching
agriculture education as a career. Students will consider and reflect on the
history, philosophy, and current issues affecting agricultural education and the
nature of the educational process. Emphasis will be placed on the
characteristics, duties, and responsibilities of successful teachers, the
components of an agricultural education program, state teacher certification
requirements, and student differences and special needs. Two lecture hour a
week. Credit: Two semester hours.
ASL 2613 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I
Prerequisite: None.
This course consists of the principles, methods, and techniques of
communicating manually with the deaf. Emphasis will be on developing manual
communication skills, a basic vocabulary in American Sign Language and an
understanding of the basic grammatical principles of American Sign Language.
AG 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN AGRICULTURE
ASL 2623 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II
AGRICULTURE ECONOMICS (AGE)
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (AP)
AGE 2103 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS APPLIED TO AGRICULTURE
AP 2124 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
This course is designed specifically for special seminars, special studies,
special interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to
Agriculture. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
Prerequisite: AG 1114.
This course covers economics of farm and business decisions as well as the
national economic policy with emphasis toward agriculture. Three lecture hours
a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
AGE 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN AGRICULTURE ECONOMICS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Agriculture
Economics. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
AGRONOMY (AGR)
AGR 2013 AGROECOSYSTEM
Prerequisite: None.
This course is the study of natural plant and animal processes and how man
interacts and regulates these. Issues such as factory farming, animal welfare,
pesticides and water quality, world food supply and global warming will be
discussed. Designed for the non-agriculture major. Three lecture hours a week.
AGR 2124 SOIL AND SOIL MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: ASL 2613.
This course provides continued development of American Sign Language
vocabulary and A.S.L. grammar. Emphasis will be on developing expressive
and receptive signing skills in ASL. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
Prerequisite: A 20 or higher on the science portion of the ACT and one
semester of Chemistry, Alternatively, a C or better in BIO 1404 and one
semester of Chemistry. The one semester of Chemistry must be approved by
the Nursing Department.
This is the first course in a two-course sequence designed to provide the
student with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology starting from the
molecular level and progressing to the level of integrated systems. Topics
covered include anatomical terminology, cell structure and function, tissue
organization as well as histology and physiology of the following body systems:
integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.
Laboratory sessions include histological examination of tissues, mammalian
dissections, and physiological exercises appropriate to each system. Three
lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
AP 2134 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
Prerequisite: a C or better in AP 2124.
This is the second in a two-course sequence designed to provide the student
with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology starting from the molecular
level and progressing to the level of integrated systems. The anatomy and
physiology of the following systems will be studied in both lecture and lab:
special senses, the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, lymphatic
system, the immune system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the
urinary system and reproduction system. Three lecture and three laboratory
hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
Prerequisite: One-year inorganic chemistry.
The survey course deals with the fundamentals of soil origin, development,
classification, fertility, and management. Laboratory is devoted to analytical
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AP 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Anatomy and
Physiology. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
ANIMAL SCIENCE (ANS)
ANS 1101 LIVESTOCK JUDGING AND EVALUATION
Prerequisite: None.
Practice is afforded in the evaluation and selection of species and types of farm
livestock including beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, swine, and horses. The
course will include the judging of classes of breeding and market animals with
written and oral reasons. Two laboratory hours a week. Credit: One semester
hour.
ANS 1112 LIVESTOCK SELECTION AND CARCASS EVALUATION
Prerequisite: ANS 1101 or permission of instructor.
Emphasis will be placed on carcass evaluation of meat animals. Slaughtering
and processing of farm meats will be included. Four laboratory hours a week.
Credit: Two semester hours.
ANS 2012 LIVESTOCK GROOMING, FITTING AND SHOWING
Prerequisite: None.
This course deals with the fundamentals behind grooming, fitting and showing of
livestock. Practical application of the skills presented in the course will be
evaluated in a showmanship contest at the end of the course. Four laboratory
hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
ANS 2123 LIVESTOCK FEEDING
Prerequisite: None.
Nutrients and their functions, nutrient requirements of the various classes of
livestock; composition and classification of feed stuffs and ration formulation are
covered. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
AS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ANIMAL SCIENCE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Animal Science.
May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
ART (ART)
ART 1103 CERAMICS I
Prerequisite: None
Ceramics I covers a variety of building techniques, glazing and ceramics
terminology. Students will develop basic hand building skills (pinch, coil and
slab), demonstrate basic glaze theory and application, and exhibit basic
knowledge of the firing processes. Four laboratory hours a week will be done by
arrangement with the instructor. Credit: Three semester hours.
ART 1113 ART APPRECIATION
Prerequisite: None.
Art Appreciation is the study of art from a variety of different background and
culture as both product and process. Aesthetic judgment making in evaluation
of art from different times and places is stressed. It is an illustrated lecture
course that examines the functions of the visual arts in contemporary life. The
historic development of art in western culture is included where it is relevant to
the appreciation of modern art. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
ART 1123 DESIGN I
Prerequisite: None.
Design I is a study of the principal elements of two-dimensional design. Those
elements include color, perspective, fundamental drawing concepts and
compositional elements. By using a variety of materials students will apply the
information to a series of studio assignments. Three lecture hours a week.
ART 1133 DESIGN II
Prerequisite: None.
Design II is a continuation of Design I. This course is a study and analysis of
three-dimensional forms. By using a variety of materials and processes, the
student will complete a series of studio assignments. Three lecture hours a
ART 1213 DRAWING I
Prerequisite: None.
Drawing I will develop the students’ understanding of the basic concepts of
drawing and their powers of observation. Students will work with various black
and white media utilizing a variety of sources and environments. Four
laboratory hours a week will be done by arrangement with the instructor. Credit:
ART 2103 DRAWING II
Prerequisite: None.
Drawing II will continue to develop the students understanding of the concepts
of drawing. Students will continue to develop their skills in color
media by using a variety of sources and environments. Four laboratory hours a
week will be done by arrangement with the instructor. Credit: Three semester
hours.
ART 2113 WATERCOLOR I
Prerequisite: None.
Watercolor I will develop skills in watercolor painting, stressing form and
composition, visual perception and individual expression. Students will develop
their understanding of composition and theory as it relates to transparent
painting media. Four laboratory hours a week will be done by arrangement with
the instructor. Credit: Three semester hours.
ART 2123 PAINTING I
Prerequisite: None.
Painting I will develop skills in opaque painting, stressing form and content,
visual appreciation and individual expression. Students will develop conceptual
skills in various painting methods, compositions and color theories. Four
laboratory hours a week will be done by arrangement with the instructor. Credit:
ART 2203 CERAMICS II
Prerequisite: None.
Ceramics II continues to develop the students’ skills in a variety of ceramic
techniques. Students will continue to develop their glazing and knowledge of
ceramic and its terminology. Students will continue the development of hand
building and throwing techniques, and the development of their personal style
within the ceramic medium. Four laboratory hours a week will be done by
arrangement with the instructor. Credit: Three semester hours.
ART 2403 SCULPTURE I
Prerequisite: None.
Sculpture I is a creative approach to sculptural techniques and form exploration
using a variety of media. Students will develop their knowledge of sculptural
forms, their technical skills in various media/materials and increase their
conceptual skills. Four laboratory hours a week will be done by arrangement
with the instructor. Credit: Three semester hours.
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ART 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ART
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Art. May be
taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
BANKING & FINANCE (BF)
BF 1113 PRINCIPLES OF BANKING
Prerequisite: None.
This foundation course touches on nearly every aspect of banking functions. An
introduction to banking in today's economy, the language and documents of
banking, check processing, teller functions, trust services, bank bookkeeping
and bank loans and investments will be covered. Three lecture hours a week.
BF 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BANKING AND FINANCE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Banking and
Finance. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
BIOLOGY (BIO)
BIO 1114 GENERAL BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: A 15 or higher on the Science portion of the ACT. Students that
have not taken a science class in 5 years or more need to take this class prior to
enrolling in sophomore level science courses.
This is a general education course directed toward non-majors. It covers a wide
range of basic biological concepts and introduces the student to the scientific
process. Topic introduced will include basic chemistry, introductive cell
structure and function, Mendelian genetics, biotechnology, evolution, ecology,
health and nutrition. Three lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit:
Four semester hours.
leaf structure; and plant identification. Three lecture and two laboratory hours a
week. Credit: Four semester hours.
BOT 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BOTANY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Botony. May be
BUSINESS (BUS)
BUS 2743 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES
Prerequisite: None.
This course emphasizes ethics, traits, and duties of the professional office
assistant; correlates related office skills and knowledge; develops initiative and
judgment; and improves human relations skills, work habits and procedures in
the professional office. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
BUS 2763 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is organized around the premise that the techniques and personal
qualities students need to find the best possible job in a particular field are
identical to those that they must develop and refine in order to become effective
and promotable employees. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
BUS 2803 BUSINESS/OFFICE INTERNSHIP
Prerequisite: BUS 2763 and concurrent enrollment in BUS 2841.
This course will be a supervised “on-the-job” training experience, providing
practical and technical skills. Includes practical experience obtained through
actual work assignment in offices. Twelve office hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
BUS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BUSINESS
BIO 1404 Principles of Biology l
Prerequisite: A 15 or higher on the science portion of the ACT and declare a
Science or Allied-health major. Students that have not taken a science class in
5 years or more need to take this class prior to enrolling in sophomore level
science courses.
This course is designed for biology and life science-related majors. This class
will introduce students to important biological concepts as well as the scientific
process. Topics covered will include the chemistry of biological molecules, cell
structure and function, metabolism, meiosis and mitosis, Mendelian and
molecular genetics and biotechnology. Three lecture hours and two laboratory
hours per week.
Credit: Four semester hours.
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Business. May
BIO 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BIOLOGY
BC 2113 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Biology. May be
BOTANY (BOT)
BOT 1114 GENERAL BOTANY
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a basic introduction to the life processes and structure of the
higher plants. Emphasis is on basic plant physiology, morphology and anatomy.
Students will study plant cell structure and function (including photosynthesis
and respiration); flower structure and function; the seed and fruit; stem, root and
BUS 2841 CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS ISSUES
Prerequisite: None.
This will be a “capstone” course for all A.A.S. majors in the Business and
Information Technology program. Students must submit a portfolio and receive
faculty approval prior to graduation. Credit: One semester hour.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (BC)
Prerequisite: ENG 1113.
This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to study the
various types of business communications. Students will learn to prepare
professional, mailable letters that inform, explain, direct, instruct, and sell, as
well as letters that seek credit, collection, recommendation, and application.
Students will develop oral communication skills through the preparation and
delivery of several formal presentations. Course activities also include the
discussion of job interview techniques and development of interviewing skills.
BC 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Business
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Communications. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (BM)
BM 1103 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
Prerequisite: None.
This course gives the beginning business student background information
related to the scope of business activity and the methods of solving business
problems. Emphasis is placed upon units dealing with management, finance,
marketing, business organizations, stocks and bonds, business law, and
accounting. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 1403 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skill in the computation of
practical financial problems of a business and personal nature. A thorough
review of the fundamental processes of mathematics will begin the course and
topics that follow will include percentages; trade, cash and bank discounts;
simple and compound interest; credit sales and billing; mark up and mark down;
payroll, social security and other taxes; installment buying and periodic
payments; negotiable instruments; depreciation and inventory valuation
methods. This course does not meet math requirements for general education.
BM 1813 LAW OFFICE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
Prerequisite: None.
This course includes the preparation and use of forms and checklists for causes
of action and procedures. These items will be applied to actual legal problems.
Emphasis will be given to learning legal terminology, to client interviews and
methods of extracting relevant information from them. Additionally, the course
will examine the regulation of paralegals. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
BM 1863 TRIAL PREPARATION AND PROCEDURE
Prerequisite: None.
The various trial courts on state and federal levels are reviewed in this course.
The preparation of pleadings associated with civil actions, the digesting of
transcripts and depositions, the preparation of exhibits, and the outlining of
testimony are important topics, which are covered. Three lecture hours a week.
BM 2013 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides instruction in principles of management that have general
applicability to all types of enterprises; basic management philosophy and
decision making; principles involved in planning, organizing, leading, and
controlling; and recent concepts in management. Three lecture hours a week.
service learning. Human Relations in Organizations will be the focus for the
course and will involve an application of theory and practices to on-the-job
training. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2523 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP II
Prerequisite: BM 2513.
This course is one part of a three part program developed to provide the
opportunity to earn college credit for employment situations to include traditional
employment (full-time and part-time), work-study, volunteer, clinical training and
service learning. Leadership will be the focus for the course and will involve an
application of theory and practices to on-the-job training. Credit: Three
semester hours.
BM 2533 SMALL BUSINESS OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: ACC 2103 or ACC 1113.
Study is made of problems faced in creation and early growth periods of
business enterprises; such as accounting, finance, opportunity recognition,
management, marketing and consumer economics. To solidify the concepts
covered, students are asked to create a plan for implementation and operation
of a new business venture. Also, an interdisciplinary problem-solving approach
with emphasis on "live" case studies will be used. Three lecture hours a week.
BM 2543 PRINCIPLES OF REAL ESTATE
Prerequisite: None.
This is a principles course designed to give the student a fundamental
background for the real estate industry. Included in the course are sections on
the Oklahoma real estate laws, laws of agency, contracts, deeds, mortgages,
property right, titles, finance, taxation and appraising. This course qualifies the
student to sit for the State Real Estate Commission Examination for a Sales
Associate. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2613 BUSINESS ETHICS
Prerequisite: None.
A course in ethics that includes case studies of situations that pose moral and
ethical problems in business. The course focuses on what constitutes right or
wrong behavior in the business world and how business people use moral and
ethical principles to solve problems and situations in the workplace. Three
lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2623 REAL ESTATE PRACTICES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is an in-depth study of the principles of real estate, designed to help
an individual measure up to his/her potential in the real estate profession.
Included in the course are sections on brokerage, property management,
financing, appraising, investing, public control and taxation. This course
qualifies the student to sit for the State Real Estate Commission Examination for
a Broker license. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2633 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP III
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the institutions engaged in the movement of goods and
services from producers to consumers. Also included are the functions,
methods, channels, pricing, and regulation of marketing policies. Three lecture
hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
Prerequisite: BM 2523.
service learning. Human Relations in Organizations will be the focus for the
course and will involve an application of theory and practices to on-the-job
training. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2513 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP I
BM 2803 PROBATE PROCEDURES
BM 2123 MARKETING
Prerequisite: Business-Management major or consent of instructor and
concurrently enrolled in six semester hours.
Prerequisite: CJ 1433.
This course covers the steps in probating a will or administering an estate.
Items covered teach a student to assemble the information necessary for
collecting and evaluating assets; maintain proper records for accounting
purposes; prepare pleadings for the initial petition and appointment of an
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administrator and executor, sale of assets, mortgage of assets, and lease of
assets; and prepare estate tax returns. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
BM 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Business
Management. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
BM 2823 BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
This course covers the preparation and amendment of articles of incorporation
by-laws, ways to satisfy the state filing requirement, maintenance of corporate
minute books, the preparation of stock certificates and securities, the
maintenance of stock ledgers, drafting of resolutions and authorizing dividends,
stock splits, and stock option plans. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
BM 2863 REAL PROPERTY
This course reviews the preparation of documents for common real estate
transactions and conveyance including deeds, contracts, leases, and
mortgages. It also covers various causes of action associated with real property
including foreclosure, quiet title, and determination of heirship. Three lecture
BM 2873 CRIMINAL LAW
CHM 1204 DESCRIPTIVE CHEMISTRY
Prerequisite: None.
A one-semester terminal course for non-science majors or those with a limited
school experience in sciences. Principal concepts and theories of inorganic and
biological chemistry will be examined. (No Credit for students who require
further chemistry courses.) This course does not meet the general education
requirement for science. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week.
CHM 1214 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
Prerequisite: a C or better in CHM 1114
Given each semester, this course is a continuation of course 1114. It is required
of the same students and is conducted in the same manner as course 1114.
Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
CHM 2114 QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS
Prerequisite: CHM 1114 and 1214 or equivalent.
This course covers modern theories of solution and precipitation in relation to
analysis for common metallic elements and acid radicals and makes use of
semimicro laboratory technique. Two lecture and four laboratory hours a week.
CHM 2214 QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
Prerequisite: CHM 1114 and 1214 or equivalent.
This course covers principles and techniques of volumetric and gravimetric
analysis and is recommended for Engineering, Pre-medical, Pre-veterinary, and
Soils majors. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
This course deals with the Oklahoma and federal criminal justice system. The
student will learn from both the prosecution and defense view of the law. On the
prosecution side, the student will learn the differences between a misdemeanor
and a felony, how to put together a case, when to file the action and what
information it will take to prosecute the individual. On the defense side, the
student will learn about the various motions, which can be used to produce
discovery in a case and how to defend against an action. Three lecture hours a
CHM 2345 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
BM 2883 DEBTOR'S RIGHTS/CREDITORS' REMEDIES
CHM 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN CHEMISTRY
In this course, the student is trained in methods, processes and procedures for
representation of a debtor or creditor in bankruptcy actions, secured transaction
matters, garnishment, levy and execution, replevins and related areas. Three
lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
BM 2890 SELECTED LEGAL TOPICS
Prerequisite: None.
This course gives the student the opportunity to explore legal topics of current
interest and importance to the legal assistant profession. May be taken more
than once. Variable Credit: One to six semester hours.
CHEMISTRY (CHM)
CHM 1114 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
Prerequisite: None.
Given each semester and required of first year college students majoring in
Agriculture, Engineering, or Science, the course deals with the fundamentals of
general chemistry and consists of lectures, recitations, written exercises and
laboratory experiments. It is essential that students of this course be well
grounded in mathematics. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week.
Prerequisite: CHM 1114 and 1214.
Required of second-year college students majoring in Agriculture and other
curricula, the course includes a brief introduction on physiological chemistry,
and consists of lectures, recitations, written exercises and laboratory
experiments. The laboratory work includes the preparation and purification of
some of the more common compounds as well as the performance of many
fundamental laboratory processes. Three lecture and four laboratory hours a
week. Credit: Five semester hours.
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Chemistry. May
CHICKASAW (CHA)
CHA 2243 CLEMENTE I
Prerequisite: None.
Explore Chickasaw history, art, culture, government, language and philosophy
alongside Western thought and humanities of the same time periods. Basic
Chickasaw language instruction is a component and weekly written assignments
are required based on readings provided. Students discuss responses to
readings each week. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
CHA 2253 CLEMENTE II
Prerequisite: None.
Students continue studies of Chickasaw history, art, culture, government,
language and philosophy contrasted to that of other North American tribes.
Weekly written assignments, basic Chickasaw language instruction and a class
discussion format are all components of Clement II. Clemente I is not a
prerequisite for this course. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester
hours.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT (CD)
CD 1243 HEALTH, SAFETY & NUTRITION FOR CHILDREN
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student an understanding of the
principles and practices for development of positive health, safety and nutrition
practices for children. The laboratory provides opportunity for application of
these principles. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CD 1253 INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAMS
Prerequisite: None.
developmental processes and environmental factors that affect physical growth
and emotional and social development from conception to three years of age. It
includes skills for individual care of infants or toddlers such as daily schedules,
record keeping, food preparation, age appropriate discipline techniques and
activities. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CD 1353 CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student knowledge of the child from
conception to adolescence in the areas of physical, intellectual, social and
emotional growth. The laboratory provides opportunity for observation of these
developments. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CD 2453 CURRICULUM PLANNING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student the skills and techniques of
program planning, room arrangement and scheduling of activities for young
children in group settings (including long range, weekly, daily) and activity plans
and objectives for activities. The laboratory provides for application of these
techniques and skills. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit:
CD 2463 ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD CARE CENTERS
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course with emphasis on managerial principles; skills, knowledge and
attitudes required of managers of the growing number of child care centers.
Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CD 2511 INTRODUCTION TO THE CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of the Child
Development Associate, its competencies, assessment and credentialing award
system. Also, observation and recording skills of individual are developed.
One lecture a week. Credit: One semester hour.
CD 2533 GUIDANCE OF YOUNG CHILDREN
with children in creative arts-art, music, drama and poetry. The laboratory
provides opportunity for application of these principles. Two lecture and two
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CD 2553 COGNITIVE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN
Prerequisite: None.
This is a laboratory course with specific emphasis on the development of skills
and techniques for working with young children in cognitive activities--math,
science, social science, and field trips. An understanding of each area and
presentation of learning experiences and activities to children in a group setting
is developed. Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CD 2563 FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Prerequisite: None.
This course will enable students to develop the skills and techniques for working
with parents and community in relation to the child care setting. It includes
methods for communication, parent involvement, and parent education. Two
lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CD 2573 CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Prerequisite: None.
This is a laboratory course to develop an understanding of children with special
needs, their world, their families, and their problems, through working with them.
The special needs of children and development of methods for working with
them and their families to develop each child's greatest potential are recognized.
Two lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CD 2583 LANGUAGE & PHYSICAL SKILLS FOR CHILDREN
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student the skills and techniques for
working with students in language development and physical skills activities.
The laboratory provides opportunity for application of these principles. Two
lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours a week.
CD 2593 THE SCHOOL-AGE CHILD
Prerequisite: None.
development, appropriate environments, materials and activities and teaching
and guidance techniques for the child 5-13 years. It focuses on the social,
emotional, mental and physical developmental processes. It includes
interpreting Oklahoma licensing standards, problem-solving techniques and
personal qualities as related to guiding children 5-13. Two lecture and two
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours a week.
CD 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Child
Development. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
hours.
Prerequisite: None.
principles and techniques of guiding children in group and individual settings.
General understanding of behavior patterns of children, methods of guiding and
directing children's behavior, and activities for positive growth and development
are studied. The laboratory provides for application of these principles. Two
lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CHINESE (CHI)
CD 2543 CREATIVE ARTS FOR CHILDREN
CHI 2113 CHINESE II
Prerequisite: None.
principles and practices for the development of skills and techniques for working
CHI 1113 CHINESE I
Prerequisite: None.
This is an elementary course in understanding, speaking, reading and writing
Chinese. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
Prerequisite: None.
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A continuation of Chinese I, this is an elementary course in understanding,
speaking, reading and writing Chinese. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three
semester hours.
COLLEGE SUCCESS (COL)
COL 1112 ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course designed to develop the skills to succeed in college and life –
addressing topics like time management, communication, motivation, critical
thinking, and rehearsal strategies and planning. Through Self-Assessments and
interactive activities, students will get hands on applicable experience that will
impact their success in future environments. Credit: 2 Semester Hours.
COMMUNICATION (COM)
COM 1233 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
Prerequisite: None.
This course gives a thorough introduction to the field of interpersonal
communication. The student will be shown how to apply these principles to
everyday interactions. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
COM 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN COMMUNICATION
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Communication.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)
CIS 1113 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to train students in the use of computer application
software packages commonly used by industrial or commercial businesses.
Students will learn about several application programs such as document
production software, spreadsheet software and graphics presentation software.
Email usage is highly recommended. Students will use computers daily to
perform rigorous tasks to enhance their computer skills. Three lecture hours a
CIS 1533 INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL BASIC
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to give the student a basic knowledge of Visual Basic
Programming. Topics covered include: elements of the object model; design
methods; message passing; and, the inheritance hierarchy. Three lecture hours
CIS 1653 DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the theory, protocols and signaling devices employed
in the transmission of data between computer installations, network elements,
and peripherals. Network topologies and organization are emphasized. The
emphasis is upon advanced applications that include methods used to access,
transfer and/or exchange data between conversations, shared environments
and local and remote networks. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CIS 1683 OPERATING SYSTEMS
Prerequisite: None.
This course will cover the history of the computer and its companion, the system
software known as the Operating System. The Operating System makes it
possible to communicate between computer hardware and the application
software and acts as a mediator between them. The student will learn about the
first Operating System written for microcomputers in the 70’s called DOS (disk
operating systems: Windows 95, 98, NT, LINUX, Novell and others. Three
CIS 2113 COMPUTER APPLICATION PACKAGES
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to familiarize the student with commonly used computer
applications. A brief history of computers is discussed, as well as required
terminology. Students receive instruction on the use of a commonly used word
processor, Internet browser, presentation graphics software and a spreadsheet
package. The students will learn to use the Internet as a research tool. E-mail
usage is encouraged. In this course, students will use the computer daily. It is
recommended that students know how to type before enrolling in this course.
CIS 2143 COMPUTER NETWORKING
Prerequisite: CIS 1683.
This course is an introduction to computer networks, distributed systems and
their systematic design. The students will learn the structure and architecture of
computer networks. Networking experiments will be used to demonstrate
network topologies. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
CIS 2213 DATA BASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
This course provides a modern approach and concise introduction to database
management systems for computing and business students. This course offers
an introduction to database concepts in a visual, flexible and a comprehensive
way to build Microsoft Access skills using hands-on database design and
management approach. This course focuses on the relational model of
databases and takes students clearly and effectively through the entire process
of database design, implementation and development stages. In this class, we
will discuss real-world database issues like database design, data integrity and
data security. It will include detailed coverage of the relational model. Three
CIS 2223 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
This course is an introduction to the full scope of systems analysis, including
problem definition, data collection (observation, interviewing and
questionnaires), documentation of existing systems, and definition of new
system requirements. Also included are topics such as the role of the systems
analyst, tools and techniques, written and oral presentations, working on a
systems development team, and interaction with computer users. Three lecture
CIS 2253 WEB PAGE DESIGN
For Associate of Applied Science majors only, this course is designed to teach
students current and effective web page design techniques. Students are
required to build and maintain their own web page. Three lecture hours a week.
CIS 2603 SPECIALIZED WORD PROCESSING
This is an advanced course designed to assist students to increase proficiency
in processing data. Emphasis is on those types of programs most likely to be
used by office personnel. Special attention is given to word processing
applications. This is a hands-on, heavily user-oriented course. Three lecture
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CIS 2723 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
This course provides the student with an intensive study of selected
spreadsheet applications. The student will apply the basic theoretical and
practical concepts of an electronic spreadsheet as used in business
applications. Study will include the design and creation of worksheets,
templates, graphs, macros and other options as they apply to the software being
used. This is a heavily hands-on, user-oriented course. Three lecture hours a
CIS 2803 DESKTOP PUBLISHING
This course will introduce students to the popular new field of computerized
desktop publishing. Major topics to be covered are document component
preparation through scanning, word processing or graphics. This is a hands-on,
heavily user-oriented course. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CIS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Computer
Information Systems. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to
four hours.
CIS 2813 CIS STUDENT INTERNSHIP
Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Chair.
This course will provide the student with comprehensive, supervised computer
hardware and software training. The training will be under the direct supervision
of the course facilitator. The student will learn general hardware concepts,
including basic PC troubleshooting, personal computer upgrading, and general
PC networking.
Software concepts include packages evaluation and
installation, operating system installation, networking evaluation and installation,
and end-user help desk functions and training. Credit: Three semester hours.
programming style, top-down design, syntax/semantics, input/output, file types,
and data structures. Students are required to complete out-of-class
programming assignments on a computer. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
CS 2153 COBOL PROGRAMMING I
Prerequisite: CIS 1113 and CS 1313.
This is a computer programming course using the business-oriented computer
language COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language). Topics included
are input/output, branching, loops, arrays, file maintenance, sorting,
modularization and structured programming techniques. Students are required
to complete out-of-class programming assignments on a computer. Three
CS 2163 C++ PROGRAMMING
This course is a study of the structured programming language C++. Topics
included are modular program design, logic structures, programming style, topdown design, syntax/semantics, input/output operations, file types, memory
management, and data structures. Students are required to complete out-ofclass programming assignments on a computer. Three lecture hours a week.
CS 2173 OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is an overview of contemporary object-oriented languages, such as
C++ and JAVA. It includes practical application of object-oriented techniques.
The student will learn elements of the object model, object-oriented design
methods, message passing and the inheritance hierarchy. Three lecture hours
CS 2183 INTRODUCTION TO JAVA
COMPUTER SCIENCE (CS)
Prerequisite: CIS1113 and CS1313.
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic programming
techniques using JAVA. Topics covered include expressions, functions,
conditionals, iteration and data abstraction. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
CS 1313 LOGIC AND PROBLEM SOLVING
CS 2223 ADVANCED PASCAL
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for beginning computer science majors and addresses
the study of sound reasoning and the application of this reasoning to problem
solving. The course will cover many approaches to problem solving such as
step algorithms, flow charts, set theory and truth tables. Students will learn
techniques to translate real life problems into forms that will enable computer
programs to solve them. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
CS 2113 PROGRAMMING IN BASIC
This is a computer programming course using the computer language BASIC.
Topics included are fundamental concepts of programming, system--level
commands, program execution and debugging, sequential files, input/output
operations, conditional operations, arithmetic operations, predefined functions,
report generation, program loops, string manipulation, subscripted variables and
arrays (both list and tables), and an introduction to structured program
techniques. Students are required to complete out-of-class programming
assignments on a computer. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CS 2123 PASCAL PROGRAMMING I
This course is a study of structured programming techniques using the computer
language Pascal. Included topics are modular program design, logic structures,
Prerequisite: CS 2123.
This is an advanced study of structured programming techniques using Pascal.
It serves as an extension of CS 2123. Topics included are sorting, searching,
merging, advanced data structures, advanced I/O, memory management, file
types, and program efficiency. Students are required to complete out-of-class
programming assignments on a computer. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
CS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Computer
Science. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
CONSERVATION (CON)
CON 1203 OUTDOOR RECREATION MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores the use and management of recreational resources on
federal, state, local, and private land. Students in this course will be introduced
to basic principles involved in outdoor safety and planning outdoor recreational
activities. Topics include the influence of social and economic values on
recreational use and planning, techniques for environmental interpretation and
facilities and site maintenance. This course will also discuss policies,
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procedures, and problems associated with outdoor recreations. Three lecture
CON 1404 CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for both conservation majors and as a general
education science alternative for students who wish to learn more about
important environmental concepts and issues. It includes a study of global
issues such as acid rain, global warming and ozone depletion. It also explores
local and regional issues such as conservation of water, soils, minerals, energy,
rangelands and forests. An introduction to chemistry and other areas of science
are covered to provide the students with the foundation to better understand
these natural resource conservation topics. Three lecture hours and two
laboratory hours per week. Credit: Four semester hours.
CON 1414 DENDROLOGY
Prerequisite: BOT 1114
Included in this course are the identification and classification of tree and shrubs
both in the field and laboratory in winter and summer seasons. Consideration is
given to the principal uses and geographical distribution of each species. Three
CON 2233 MEXICAN ECOLOGY & CULTURE
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor based on personal interview. Main interview
topics are presented in syllabus and may be obtained prior to interview.
This course includes a study-abroad component of nearly two weeks. Students
study with Mexican university students and are taught an “immersion” tropical
field zoology course by the faculty of the Centro de Investigaciones Biológicas of
the Universidad Autónoma del Estado del Morelos and United States faculty
from participating institutions. Field sampling and identification techniques for
birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and mammals are the focus. Murray State
College is the charter U.S. institution in this collaborative program. Students
meet on campus throughout the semester both before and after the trip abroad.
Internet use is required. Required books and readings and in-class discussions
address some of the great diversity of Mexican cultural, political and
socioeconomic conditions. A major objective of this course for both Murray
State College and UAEM is to promote greater tolerance, understanding and
appreciation of our two countries by our students. This course counts as either
a science elective or general education humanities elective. Field study abroad
component consists of 12-14 days. “Immersion” study hours with UAEM are
approximately 50 hours of the days abroad. One lecture/discussion hour is
scheduled per week on campus. Credit: Three semester hours.
CON 2403 CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE RESOURCES
Prerequisite: BOT 1114 or ZOO 1114.
This course is presented from a conservation ecology perspective. The history
and importance of the conservation movement is reviewed, and important
conservation agencies and organizations are presented. Coverage of
fundamental concepts of wildlife management are integrated in units on the
structure and function of a wide range of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Special problems such as endangered species preservation, genetic diversity
conservation, predator management, designing wildlife preserves, and affects of
chemical pollution are also addressed. Three lecture hours a week plus
required field trips. Credit: Three semester hours.
CON 2504 INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE FORENSICS
Prerequisite: BIO 1404
This course is an introductory course in which students will have the opportunity
to explore how scientific principles are used in analyzing physical evidence
found at crime scenes and to be introduced to the wide array of career choices
in forensics. The fundamental objective is to teach the basic processes and
principles of critical thinking so as to apply them to solving problems that are
related not only to science but to all disciplines. Four lecture hours a week.
CON 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN CONSERVATION
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Conservation.
CON 2911 VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP
Prerequisite: Approval of the Departmental Chair and the Conservation &
Wildlife Advisor.
This course will allow students to gain experience in various aspects of the
conservation field by volunteering for a state, federal or non-governmental
agency within the conservation field. The student will be responsible for
completing forty documented hours of volunteerism for one or more of the
agencies to gain one credit hour of coursework. This course may be taken more
than once, but only one hour will count as credit towards graduation. Credit
varies from one to four hours.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CJ)
CJ 1113 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Prerequisite: None.
An examination of the historical and social development of and contemporary
practices related to the major components of the U.S. criminal justice system:
law enforcement, the courts and corrections; and their role in a democratic
society. Three lecture hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CJ 1433 INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student with the foundation upon which to
commence legal studies. The course should be taken before the student takes
any law-related course, but it may be taken in conjunction with Legal Research
(BM 1843). This course will include an analysis of the following items: legal
terms, state and federal court systems, civil and criminal actions, appeal
process, functions of county offices, filing procedures and ethics. This course
will require the student to conduct an exploration of the various parts of the legal
system so as to understand their nature, function and interrelationship. This
course is presented in a lecture format, and testing will be based upon an
objective format, though some components will be written/essay assignments.
The student will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of the
materials covered in the course. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CJ 1483 LEGAL RESEARCH
Prerequisite: None.
This course prepares the student to use a law library. Other areas covered help
to explain the use, function and purpose of each type of legal publication; utilize
proper methods of citing references; research legal problems; prepare individual
case briefs, legal memoranda, a legal bibliography on legal research problems;
accurately research reported cases; commit the findings of legal research to
clear precise writing; and prepare appellate briefs in accordance with applicable
court rules. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
CJ 2323 CRIMINAL LAW
This course is an examination of the basic concepts of the theory of substantive
criminal law including sources, classification of crimes, anticipatory offenses,
parties to crime, uncompleted crimes, criminal liability, and defenses. Three
lecture hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
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CJ 2353 JUVENILE JUSTICE
This course will be designed to provide an understanding of the Juvenile Justice
System both in Oklahoma and on a national basis. The major areas explored
will be diversion and treatment goals. Three lecture hours per week. Credit:
CJ 2423 INTRODUCTION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT
This course will introduce history, development and philosophy of law
enforcement in a democratic society; introduction to agencies involved in the
administration of criminal justice and provide certain career orientation. In
addition, CLEET requirement can be incorporated into the course as stated
above. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
DYNAMICS OF LEADERSHIP (DOL)
DOL 2201 DYNAMICS OF LEADERSHIP
Prerequisite: By nomination only.
This course is of particular interest to students with an interest in developing
leadership skills or in exhibiting skills possessed. Through a series of lectures
and social activities, students will come to a greater awareness of the
importance of current events, economic development, citizenship and social
skills, and the role they play in life. Credit: One semester hour.
ECONOMICS (ECO)
ECO 2113 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
Prerequisite for Criminal Justice Major: CJ 1113.
Prerequisite for Business Management Legal Option Major: CJ 1433.
This course examines the laws of divorce, annulment, separate maintenance
actions, and a review of various juvenile problems including adoption, custody
and delinquency. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
Prerequisite: None.
This course exposes the student to the forces and institutions governing the
economic system. Topics covered include economic issues, scarcity, choice,
supply and demand, the role of government, performance, macroeconomics
theory and policy, Keynesian Model, money, aggregate supply, productivity,
banking, and the world economy. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
CJ 2443 CRIMINAL PROCEDURES
ECO 2123 PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
CJ 2433 DOMESTIC RELATIONS
Prerequisite: CJ 1113 or CJ 1433.
This course is an examination of the rules, principles, and concepts governing
the enforcement of arrest, search and seizure primarily focusing on the 4th, 5th,
and 6th Amendments to the United States Constitution. Three lecture hours per
CJ 2453 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
Prerequisite: CJ 1113 or CJ 1433.
This course is an introduction to criminal investigation, including theory and
history, conduct at crime scenes, collection and preservation of evidence. Major
sections cover current issues, environmental crime, videotaping of crime
scenes, street gangs and drugs. Credit: Three semester hours.
CJ 2523 INTRODUCTIONS TO CORRECTIONS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is an overview and complete analysis of the entire adult corrections
system and is designed to provide an understanding of the adult correctional
system, both in Oklahoma and on a national basis. The course will provide the
student with information regarding the entire field of adult corrections. Credit:
CJ 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Criminal Justice.
CJ 2936 LAW ENFORCEMENT SKILLS ACADEMY I
This course develops skills in the functional areas of firearms, law enforcement
driving and first aid utilizing Council on Law Enforcement Education and
Training (CLEET) developed and required curriculum. Three lecture and four lab
hours per week. Credit: Six semester hours.
CJ 2946 LAW ENFORCEMENT SKILLS ACADEMY II
This course develops skills in the functional areas of conducting criminal
investigations, custody and control of suspects, and police patrol techniques
utilizing Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET)
developed and required curriculum. Three lecture and four lab hours per week.
Credit: Six semester hours.
Prerequisite: None.
This course exposes the student to basic choices, supply and demand,
microeconomic issues and applications policy analysis, price ceilings and floors,
income and substitution, firms and production, pure competition, model
monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly, factor markets, government
intervention and the market, and the world economy. Three lecture hours a
ECO 2603 BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC STATISTICS
Prerequisite: MTH 1513 and BC 2113.
This introductory course covers such topics as statistical terminology, averages,
dispersion, data display, probability, sampling, tests of hypothesis, and
inferences. Throughout the course, the major emphasis will be placed on using
statistical methods to solve business problems. As a requirement of this course,
each student will complete a major applied research project (MARP). Three
ECO 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ECONOMICS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Economics. May
ENGLISH (ENG)
ENG 0103 READING I
Prerequisite: None.
This non-credit course will emphasize the skills required to read college level
texts with satisfactory comprehension, speed and retention. Vocabulary
development is a major component. Enrollment is based upon reading
proficiency scores on standard tests. This course is graded with "S" for
satisfactory or "U" for unsatisfactory. To receive a grade of "S", the student
must have a passing average in course work and score at or above the
minimum end-of-assessment score required to enroll in ENG 0303 Basic
English II. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: None
ENG 0203 READING II
Prerequisite: ENG 0103 or permission of instructor.
This non-credit course uses the texts of content courses such as history or
biology and will continue emphasis on reading comprehension skills. Major
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components will include interpretation, evaluation and analysis of main idea,
supportive detail and purposes of reading selections. This course is graded with
"S" for satisfactory or "U" for unsatisfactory. To receive a grade of "S", the
student must have a passing average in course work and score at or above the
minimum end-of-assessment score required to enroll in ENG 0303 Basic
English II. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: None
ENG 0303 BASIC ENGLISH I
Prerequisite: None.
This non-credit course is for students whose English proficiencies do not qualify
them to enroll in English 1113. It will emphasize the composing process and
narrative, descriptive and expository essay writing skills. Reading will be used
to provide models and topics for writing. Sentence structure, grammar,
mechanics and usage will be included. A demonstrated level of English
proficiency in English 0303 is a prerequisite for enrolling in English 1113.
Students who do not achieve satisfactory writing proficiencies will be required to
enroll in English 0403. This course is graded with "S" for satisfactory or "U" for
unsatisfactory. To receive a grade of "S", the student must have a passing
average in course work and score at or above the minimum end-of-assessment
score required to enroll in ENG 1113 English Composition I. Three lecture
hours a week. Credit: None
ENG 0403 BASIC ENGLISH II
Prerequisite: ENG 0303 or permission of instructor.
A continuation of ENG 0303, this non-credit course provides additional practice
in acquiring the reading and writing competencies required for successful
college work. Expository writing and writing for particular purposes and
audiences will be emphasized. It will continue practice in mastering common
errors at the sentence, paragraph and essay levels. A demonstrated level of
English proficiency is a prerequisite for enrolling in ENG 1113. This course is
graded with "S" for satisfactory or "U" for unsatisfactory. To receive a grade of
"S", the student must have a passing average in course work, submit a final
error-free essay, and score at or above the minimum end-of-assessment score
required to enroll in ENG 1113 English Composition I. Three lecture hours a
week. Credit: None
ENG 1053 INTRODUCTION TO FOLKLORE
Prerequisite: None.
A classic and general introduction to the theories, origins, forms, and
characteristics of folklore is provided in this course. It also provides a
background in folklore terminology, genres, motifs in folklore and serves as a
supplementary course to other folklore. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
ENG 1113 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I
Prerequisite: ACT English Subscore of 19 or higher, or minimum secondary
assessment score, or successful completion of ENG 0403.
This reading and writing course emphasizes the process of beginning,
developing, organizing, revising and completing essays. Narrative, descriptive
and expository writing forms will be covered. Three lecture hours a week.
ENG 1213 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 1113.
A continuation of the writing practices begin in ENG 1113, this course continues
critical reading, thinking and writing processes. It emphasizes various essay
writing techniques covering essays for particular career-related purposes and
audiences, and continues research techniques and basic computer-generated
formatting. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
ENG 1223 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
Emphasis in this course is on the development of medical terminology skill; i.e.,
pronunciation, spelling, and meaning of word elements that comprise medical
vocabulary. Focus is on the understanding and proficiency in using terminology
common to all areas of the medical and nursing professions. One lecture and
four laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
ENG 2113 TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING
Prerequisite: ENG 1113.
This course is designed to provide study and practice in the format,
organization, and style of writing for technical purposes. Emphasis will be
placed on objectivity, clarity, and precision. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
ENG 2123 CREATIVE WRITING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a writing workshop format focusing on various forms of fiction and
nonfiction creative writing, including poetry, short stories and plays. Students
will learn the effective use of dialogue, descriptive, narrative, and various poetry
and prose forms while becoming familiar with modern and past authors, poets
and playwrights. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
ENG 2413 INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE
Prerequisite: None.
Using selections from prose fiction, drama and poetry, this course will provide
student useful reading strategies for increasing understanding and appreciation
of these literary forms. Reading selections will survey world literature. The
course will provide insight into the uses of language as an artistic form and into
the value of literature. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
ENG 2433 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LITERATURE
Prerequisite: None.
This is a survey of world literature, primarily of the 20th century, from Europe,
Africa, the Caribbean and South Asia. Students will read at least one text from
each area. Selections will cover prose, poetry and drama. Three lecture hours
ENG 2543 ENGLISH LITERATURE THROUGH THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY
Prerequisite: None.
Beginning with the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf, this course will provide a
historical survey of the English literary canon through the eighteenth century. In
addition to study in the primary texts, the course will cover the social, political,
scientific and religious contexts, which shaped the literature. Particular
emphasis will be given to the shift from a medieval world view to a postReformation and new science world view. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
ENG 2653 ENGLISH LITERATURE SINCE THE NINETEENTH CENTURY
Prerequisite: None.
Starting with nineteenth-century romanticism, this course will provide a historical
survey of major English writing to the present day. Particular emphasis will be
given to the major features of the romantic literary outlook and literary
adaptations to cultural influences such as, industrialization, urbanization,
Darwinian science and the two world wars. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
ENG 2713 NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN LITERATURE
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores the literary evolution and historical experiences of
American Indian authors, orators and writers. The course will focus on
historical, societal, and cultural contributions by native authors to the American
literary society and culture. We will discover the reclamation of voice, heritage,
and culture through modern and past native authors in a variety of writing
genres and styles. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
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ENG 2773 AMERICAN LITERATURE TO 1865
Prerequisite: None.
This course will provide a historical survey of the American literary canon from
the arrival of the Puritans and Pilgrims to the end of the Civil-War period. It will
emphasize the religious and political origins of American literature and the
process by which writers in America distinguished themselves as American
authors, helping to create and to define what "American" means. Three lecture
ENG 2883 AMERICAN LITERATURE SINCE 1865
Prerequisite: None.
This course will concentrate on some of the best of classic to modern science
fiction and sub-genres from the 1800s to the present. This class will introduce
students to some of the major SF novels and short stories. Also covered will be
current subgenres and trends in science fiction writing. Three lecture hours a
ENG 2813 SCIENCE FICTION LITERATURE
Prerequisite: None.
This historical survey of American literature from 1865 to the present will cover
the major writers and texts of this period. It will emphasize the transition of
American literature from the romantic outlooks of the pre-Civil War period to the
development of "realistic" and "naturalistic" practices in response to the war and
Darwinian ideas in science. Twentieth-century study will examine the cultural
forces which produce "modernistic" and "post-modernistic" literature. Three
ENG 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ENGLISH
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to English. May be
ENTOMOLOGY (ENT)
ENT 2023 GENERAL ENTOMOLOGY
Prerequisite: ZOO 1114 or BIO 1114
This course is a general study of insect life including biology, morphology,
classification, control and modern research developments. Two lecture and two
ENT 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ENTOMOLOGY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Entomology.
FINANCE (FIN)
FIN 2633 PERSONAL FINANCE
Prerequisite: ACC 1113 or ACC 2103.
An introductory course covering the various problems of individual / consumer
financial management. Course topics may include: personal budgeting,
consumer loans and installment loans, credit cards and charge accounts,
personal insurance, savings accounts, investments, social security, home
ownership and purchase, commercial bank services, financial institution
services, personal taxes, wills, estate planning, retirement planning, career
planning, financial planning, and leasing arrangements. Three lecture hours a
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Finance. May be
FINE ARTS (FA)
FA 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN FINE ARTS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Fine Arts. May
GEOGRAPHY (GEO)
GEO 1113 INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHY
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of basic geographic concepts and global physical and
cultural patterns. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GEO 1114 Introductory Geology
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course focuses on the study of the Earth and the modification of its
surface by internal and external processes. Content will include examination of
the Earth’s interior, magnetism, minerals, rocks, landform development,
structure, plate tectonics and geological processes. Three lecture hours and
three laboratory hours, including both laboratory and field-based work, per
GEO 1223 ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the processes significant to the spatial structures of
economic systems. Production, consumption and exchange activities are
examined in regard to location, distribution, aerial differentiation and spatial
interaction patterns. Attention is given to processes of change as well as to
steady states. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GEO 2443 HUMAN AND CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY
Prerequisite: None.
This course deals with the major organizing concepts of economic and cultural
geography. It examines people’s geographic behavior in terms of their spatial
organization of the earth’s surface and their development of regional and
political systems. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GEO 2513 WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY
Prerequisite: None.
This course focuses on the world’s major cultural regions with emphasis on the
geographic aspects of contemporary economic, social and political relationships
with the physical environment. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
GEO 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GEOGRAPHY
Prerequisite: Approval of Department Chair.
This course is a study and/or analysis of a selected area and/or topic in
Geography. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
semester hours.
FIN 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN FINANCE
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GEOLOGY (GEL)
GEL 1114 GENERAL GEOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course in general geology, dealing with the structure of the earth, the
forces that change it, and the history of physical developments. Three lecture
hours and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
GEL 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GEOLOGY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Geology. May
GOVERNMENT (GVT)
GVT 1113 AMERICAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the principles, structure, processes and functions of the
United States Federal Government. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three
semester hours.
GVT 2323 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: None.
This course will be an overview of the four major fields of political science:
American politics, international politics, political theory and methodology, and
comparative politics. The course will also examine special topics such as the
public policy process and current political events and issues. Three lecture
GVT 2343 INTRODUCTION TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the government of Oklahoma that examines the
historical foundations of the Constitution of Oklahoma, the constitutional
evolution of the three branches of Oklahoma government, and the present
organizational structure of Oklahoma government. Included in the course is a
study of Oklahoma politics and important civil rights cases. Three lecture hours
factory updates in this course. The course will cover shotguns (Over/under,
Pump, Internal Gas Systems, External Gas Systems, Short & Long, Recoil &
Blowback Systems). Two lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit:
GS 1112 BLUEPRINT READING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the technical student with the necessary
skills to visualize and interpret industrial drawings and prints encountered in the
machine trades. This course includes an introduction to drawing and print
types, principles of orthographic projection, the alphabet and precedence of line
types, interpretation of single and multi-view drawing, interpretation of title
blocks, various methods of dimensioning and tolerance, types of view
sectioning, special notation, and auxiliary views will be discussed. The student
will also learn the basics of Isometric sketching used to produce simple technical
sketches. An emphasis will be placed on the use of technical illustrations and
prints to develop these basic skills and understanding. The use of Computer
Aided Drafting (CAD) may be added as laboratory conditions permit. One
lecture hour and two laboratory hours per week. Two semester hours.
GS 1113 GUNSMITHING THEORY II
Prerequisite: None.
This course will cover firearms design, function nomenclature, assembly and
disassembly of guns, and minor gun repair. Factory updates for each gun will
also be covered. The course will cover semi-automatic pistols, double-action
revolvers, single-action revolvers, gas operated rifles, and lever action rifles.
Two lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GS 1124 MACHINE TOOL PRACTICES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student with basic operational skills and
knowledge of some common machine tools associated with the field of
gunsmithing. Use of the Engine lathe, lathe accessories, toolbit grinding and
lathe machining procedures will be emphasized in this course. Use of the bench
and pedestal grinders and metal cutting saws will also be covered. The student
will develop skills with these machine tools through the manufacture of
gunsmithing tools. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
GS 1204 BENCH METAL WORK
GUNSMITHING (GS)
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the care and use of common bench tools as they apply
to the field of gunsmithing. The use of the sensitive drill press, the basics of
forging, heat treatment, non-fusion bonding techniques (i.e. brazing, silver
soldering and soft soldering), semi-precision layout and the use of the
oxyacetylene torch will also be covered. The student will develop skills with
common hand tools and gunsmithing bench techniques through the construction
of common gunsmithing tools. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week.
GS 1012 GUN BLUING
GS 1212 INTRODUCTION TO CNC
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the chemical processes and procedures used to
produce a black oxide finish on firearms utilizing the hot caustic immersion and
rust bluing processes. Metal preparation, bluing room design, equipment,
chemicals, and safety factors will be covered. Polishing techniques and metal
preparation utilizing primarily hand techniques will be emphasized. Students will
develop skills by applying these processes to test pieces, tools, and project
firearms. One lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
Prerequisite: GS 1112 and GS 1304.
This course is designed to provide students in the Gunsmithing Technology
Program with a basic knowledge of computer numerical control (CNC)
programming. An emphasis will be placed on programming in 3 axes on a
milling machine as students learn to write simple part programs, calculate tool
compensations, perform tool changes, use canned cycles and subroutines,
select tooling and the work holding devices needed to complete specified
projects. One lecture and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
GS 1103 GUNSMITHING THEORY I
GS 1222 FIBERGLASS STOCKS
GVT 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GOVERNMENT
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Government.
Prerequisite: None.
This course will give the student an explanation of firearms design, function
nomenclature, assembly & disassembly and minor repair. Students will use
This course is an in-depth study of the design, fit, layout, and function of
fiberglass stocks, as well as the many types of composite stocks in use today.
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In this course the student will modify a rough fiberglass stock to fit the metal
work he has prepared, then will properly bed the action, install recoil pad, and
attach any fittings he may desire (sling swivels, rails, bipods, etc..). Techniques
taught in this class will be geared towards extreme accuracy, and Benchrest
type Gunsmithing. Credit: Two semester hours.
GS 1224 STOCKMAKING I
This course is an in-depth study of the design, fit, layout, and function of wood
stocks. Students will learn to fit a stock to a shooter by the use of a “try-gun”,
and then perform the proper layout and construction of an American classic
stock from the blank. Proper installation of forend tips, grip caps, butt plates,
sling swivels, as well as correct sanding/finishing and checkering is required.
Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week. Credit: Four semester hours.
GS 1304 MACHINE METAL WORK I
Prerequisite: GS 1124.
This course is a continuation of TMT 1123, Machine Tool Practices. It is
designed to continue developing operational and procedural skills on the Engine
lathe and to provide the student with basic operational skills of the Vertical
Milling Machine and the Horizontal Spindle Surface Grinder. The student will
develop skills with these machine tools through laboratory exercises and the
manufacture of gunsmithing tools. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week.
GS 1314 MACHINE METAL WORK II
This course is a continuation of TMT 1123 and GS 1304. It is designed to
continue developing operational and procedural skills on the Engine lathe,
Vertical Milling Machine, and the Horizontal Spindle Surface Grinder. Use of the
Electric Checkering tool will also be covered. Application of the use of these
machine tools toward the manufacture of custom gun parts and custom
modifications will be emphasized. The student will further develop and refine
skills with these machine tools through the manufacture of custom gun parts and
gunsmithing tools. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
GS 2213 GENERAL METALS
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic working knowledge
in the field of metallurgy as it applies to Gunsmithing and metalsmithing
techniques. Emphasis will be placed on characteristics and selection of various
metal alloys, heat treating/tempering processes that apply to metal alloys, and
hardness and tensile strength testing of various metal alloys. Students will also
develop skills in the process of color case hardening, the manufacturing and
tempering of gun springs, and tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. Two lecture and
two laboratory hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GS 2222 STOCKMAKING II
This course is a continuation of Stockmaking I. Students will learn the final
shaping, sanding, and finishing of an American classic stock. Other topics
covered include checkering; two piece stock installation techniques, crossbolts,
drawbolts, inlays, and the operation of a gun stock duplicating machine. Credit:
Two Semester hours.
GS 2413 GUN STORE MANAGEMENT
A study of the problems faced in creation and growth of a gunsmithing business
such as, opportunity recognition, financing, money flow, business organization,
shop location and layout, record keeping, stock and inventory, local, state,
federal laws, and insurance. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
GS 2503 ADVANCED GUNSMITHING THEORY
This course is a study of advanced gunsmith practices, required in a
professional Gunsmithing career. Topics covered include: barrel relining, choke
tubes, barrel dent removal, back boring of shotgun barrels, bolt action feed
work, stuck cartridge removal, bolt face repair, quarter ribs and custom scope
bases. Two lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Credit: Three
semester hours
GS 2573 METAL FINISHING
This course is a study of various chemical processes and metal preparation
techniques as applied to gun metal finishing. Metal finishing processes
including Nitre bluing or coloring, electro less nickel plating, zinc and
manganese phosphate coating (Parkerizing), and aluminum anodizing will be
covered in this course, as will metal preparation utilizing power and hand
techniques, equipment, and safety factors. Students will develop skills with by
preparing and applying these various metal finishes to project firearms. Two
lecture hours and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
GS 2582 HANDLOADING AND BALLISTICS
This course is a study of the bullet’s flight from barrel to target; history and
evolution of loading components; use of various types of powder, primers and
cases; types of bullets and effect on rifling in barrel; actual loading and testing of
ammunition; loading tools and dies; and safety factors. One lecture and two
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
GS 2714 CONVERSION OF FIREARMS
This course is a detailed study of the art of sporterizing common military turnbolt
rifle actions. The history of development, design, function and safety of various
rifle actions will be covered along with riflesmithing techniques necessary to
perform a sporter conversion to these actions. Restyling, accurizing, barrel
fitting, chambering, barrel contouring, trigger modifications, bolt modifications,
safety modifications, magazine and receiver modifications along with sight and
accessory installation will be covered in this course. Two lecture and six
GS 2724 REPAIRING OF FIREARMS I
This course is a study of repairing of all types of rifles, pistols, and shotguns
stressing factory methods and techniques, diagnosing malfunctions, fitting and
adjusting parts. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
GS 2732 ACCURIZING FACTORY RIFLES
In this course, the student will learn to modify a factory rifle to maximize its
performance. This class will provide the knowledge necessary to develop the
skills needed to convert a factory rifle into a precision instrument. This course
will focus on the Remington, Savage and Winchester Model 70/FN SPR actions,
but will also be open to other pre-approved actions as well. This class will
provide instruction in blue printing actions and precision barrel chambering
practices will be covered extensively, along with bedding the completed barreled
action. This class also covers practical accessories, proper scope selection and
mounting optics. Two lecture hours and two lab hours. Credit: Two semester
hours.
GS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GUNSMITHING
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Gunsmithing.
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GS 2824 REPAIRING OF FIREARMS II
This is a continuation of GS 2724. Diagnosing malfunctions fitting and adjusting
gun parts stressing factory methods and techniques for more complex repairs
are studied. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
GS 2912 MACHINE SHOP I
This course allows both freshman and sophomore Gunsmithing students
additional access to the machine shop and other Gunsmithing laboratories. It is
designed to allow the student to receive personal instruction from the
Gunsmithing instructors. Two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
GS 2922 MACHINE SHOP II
This course is a continuation of Machine Shop I. It allows both freshman and
sophomore Gunsmithing students additional access to the machine shop and
other Gunsmithing laboratories. It is designed to allow the student to receive
personal instruction from the Gunsmithing instructors. Two laboratory hours a
GS 2932 MACHINE SHOP III
This course is a continuation of Machine Shop II. It allows both freshman and
GS 2942 MACHINE SHOP IV
This course is a continuation of Machine Shop III. It allows both freshman and
HEALTH SCIENCE (HS)
HS 1113 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHARMACOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
This course introduces the study of pharmacologic principles including
pharmacodynamics, pharmokinetics, specific drug groups, and consideration in
administration. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HS 1213 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide students with core knowledge and skills in
the broad area of health and medical related professions. The course will help
students to develop a framework for further growth and future career decision
making. Students with interest in any area of healthcare or public service
careers will benefit from learning about the many opportunities and vast career
options available. Students will gain understanding about the roles,
responsibilities, and duties of many health careers and have opportunity to
strengthen their understanding of specific career areas they may have
interest. This course will help students refine their interest and understanding of
professional, technical, and many related health care careers and to develop
skills to gain employment or further advance their education toward their desired
career. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HEALTH WELLNESS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE (HWP)
HWP 1011 INTERCOLLEGIATE PARTICIPATION
Prerequisite: None.
This course includes intercollegiate participation in varsity athletics. Course
may be repeated for a maximum of four semester hours credit. Five laboratory
hours a week in season. Credit: One semester hour. Does not apply toward
graduation.
HWP 1021 BEGINNING SWIMMING
Prerequisite: None.
The purpose of this class is to introduce a novice swimmer to aquatics. It is a
class conducted in the water designed to learn the skills for the crawl, back
crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, and sidestroke. Emphasis will be
given to proper technique and proper breathing skills. This course can be used
to satisfy the PE Core Educational Requirement, but cannot be used to satisfy
elective requirements. Credit: One semester hour.
HWP 1022 BEGINNING WEIGHT TRAINING
Prerequisite: None.
A course designed to introduce a variety of programs for building strength,
power, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. Both machines and
free weights will be used for programs. Weight management will be discussed.
This course can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational Requirement, but
cannot be used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: Two semester hours.
HWP 1031 BASKETBALL
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for the student interested in basketball. Course content
is to learn the rules, fundamental techniques and strategies for the sport of
basketball. Emphasis will be placed on proper execution of individual and team
skill concepts. This course can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational
Requirement, but cannot be used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: One
semester hour.
HWP 1042 SCUBA
Prerequisite: None.
Entry level course in the principles and skills of scuba diving, consisting of
classroom and pool training in preparation for certification as a scuba diver.
Optional open water certification trips are available to complete certification.
This course can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational Requirement, but
cannot be used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: Two semester hour.
HWP 1112 PERSONAL HEALTH
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction is given in personal health and hygiene. Two lecture hours a week.
HWP 1121 LIFETIME SPORTS
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of sports activities.
Emphasis is placed on the skills and rules necessary to participate in a variety of
lifetime sports. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
awareness of the importance of participating in lifetime sports activities. This
course can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational Requirement, but cannot
be used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: One semester hour.
HWP 1122 WOMEN’S FITNESS
Prerequisite: None.
This course introduces basic and intermediate strategies to developing an
appropriate individual strength and resistance program. Emphasis will be
placed on understanding basic program design, implementation, and execution
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of basic resistance exercises. Two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Two
semester hours.
HWP 1131 WALKING AND JOGGING
Prerequisite: None.
The purpose of this class is to encourage regular participation in health and
fitness walking as the primary aerobic activity for a personal fitness program.
Students will learn the guidelines to begin and sustain a walking or jogging
program safely and effectively. This course can be used to satisfy the PE Core
Educational Requirement, but cannot be used to satisfy elective requirements.
Credit: One semester hour.
HWP 1132 LIFETIME WELLNESS
Prerequisite: None.
A course designed to discuss the components of health-related fitness:
cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and
body composition, as well as nutrition, stress management and alcohol
education. Students are exposed to a variety of lifetime activities that promote
health and well-being. Three lecture-lab hours per week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
HWP 1141 SOCIAL AND SQUARE DANCE
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of dance activities. This
course includes fundamental theories and techniques in social dancing
(Ballroom, Folk, and Square Dancing).This course can be used to satisfy the PE
Core Educational Requirement, but cannot be used to satisfy elective
requirements. Credit: One semester hour.
HWP 1221 SOFTBALL
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for the student interested in softball. Course content is
to learn the rules, fundamental techniques and strategies for the sport of
softball. Emphasis will be placed on proper execution of individual and team skill
concepts. This course can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational
Requirement, but cannot be used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: One
semester hour.
HWP 2021 ADVANCED SWIMMING
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have completed
satisfactorily the skills involved in beginning swimming. This is an advanced
level swimming course designed to have a positive effect on cardio-vascular
fitness and to increase the endurance and speed of each individual. This course
can be used to satisfy the PE Core Educational Requirement, but cannot be
used to satisfy elective requirements. Credit: One semester hour.
HWP 2212 FIRST AID
Prerequisite: None.
Open to both men and women, this standard first aid course as outlined by the
American Red Cross, consists of emergency assistance and treatment in cases
of accident, injury, or illness. Included is instruction on prevention of injuries and
methods of massage, taping and bandaging. Two lecture hours a week. Credit:
Two semester hours.
HWP 2222 SPORTS RULES AND OFFICIATING
Prerequisite: None.
This course involves a study of the rules, mechanics and principles of officiating
in different sports. Two lecture hours with laboratory work required. Credit:
Two semester hours.
This course covers the basic fundamentals of all player positions, the philosophy
of high school coaching, and the principles involved in construction and
maintenance of a baseball park. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two
semester hours.
HWP 2242 THEORY OF COACHING BASKETBALL
Prerequisite: None.
This course involves the basic principles of coaching basketball. Two lecture
HWP 2713 CARE AND PREVENTION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
Prerequisite: None
Students will acquire knowledge regarding the signs and symptoms of injuries
specific to each body part. Along with injury recognition, they will also learn how
to treat and stabilize a variety of orthopedic injuries. To help students learn
practical skills, hands-on learning labs will be utilized throughout the course in
areas of wound management, splinting, vital signs, transporting athletes,
modalities, and supportive taping techniques. Three lecture hours. Credit:
HWP 2812 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Physical
Education. Credit: Two semester hours.
HWP 2822 HEALTH WELLNESS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE
This course is designed specifically as an independent study course around the
student’s specific needs within the Health Wellness and Human Performance
degree. Credit: Two semester hours.
HWP 2962 INTRODUCTION OF KINESIOLOGY
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed for those students who are interested in pursuing a
career in the field of kinesiology. The philosophy, history and scientific
foundations of kinesiology, exercise science, health/wellness, fitness and sport
will be covered. Students will have the opportunity to explore professional career
opportunities in teaching, coaching, athletic training, sport management, fitness
leadership, sport media and health/wellness. The challenges, future of
kinesiology, sport and health/wellness are also addressed. Credit: Two
semester hours.
HISTORY (HST)
HST 1423 WORLD CIVILIZATION TO 1500
Prerequisite: None.
This course examines the major world civilizations from the prehistoric era to the
early renaissance. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 1433 WORLD CIVILIZATION SINCE 1500
Prerequisite: None.
This course examines the events, movements, and ideas of the last five
centuries that have shaped contemporary civilizations. Three lecture hours.
HST 1483 UNITED STATES HISTORY TO 1877
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of the history of the United States from the preEuropean era to 1877. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HWP 2232 THEORY OF COACHING BASEBALL
Prerequisite: None.
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HST 1493 UNITED STATES HISTORY SINCE 1877
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of the history of the United States from 1877 to the
present. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 1723 HISTORY OF THE INDIAN TRIBES OF THE UNITED STATES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of the Indian tribes of the United States from the preColumbian to the contemporary period. The presentation will encompass the
impact on tribal cultures of contact with white civilization and the relationship of
various tribes with the colonial and United States governments. Three lecture
HST 2323 OKLAHOMA HISTORY
Prerequisite: None.
This college level course in Oklahoma history surveys early European
exploration, Indian and white settlement, and development of state government.
It examines the Oklahoma experience in the context of the larger national
experience. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 2433 ENGLISH HISTORY TO 1688
Prerequisite: None.
This course examines the history of Great Britain from the Pre-Roman Era to
1688. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 2443 ENGLISH HISTORY SINCE 1688
Prerequisite: None.
This course examines history of Great Britain from 1688 era to the present.
Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 2453 THE FAR EAST
Prerequisite: HST 1423 or 1433.
This course is a survey of Asian history from the prehistoric era to the present.
It examines the political, social, economic, and intellectual histories of China,
Japan, and the countries of Southeast Asia. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three
semester hours.
HST 2463 AFRICAN HISTORY
Prerequisite: HST 1423 or 1433.
This course is a survey of African history from the prehistoric era to the present.
It identifies and discusses the diverse cultural traditions of the continent and
examines the impact that European imperialism and modern nationalism has
had on those cultures. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
HST 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN HISTORY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to History. May be
HONORS PROGRAM (HP)
HP 1002 HONORS PROGRAM SEMINAR
Prerequisite: Concurrent Honors Enrollment.
This course is an interdisciplinary seminar (team taught) open only to honors
program students who are concurrently enrolled in honors option and/or
independent study. May be repeated once for credit. One lecture hour a week.
HP 2002 HONORS PROGRAM SEMINAR
Prerequisite: Concurrent Honors Enrollment.
This course is an interdisciplinary seminar (team taught) open only to honors
program students who are concurrently enrolled in honors option and/or
independent study. May be repeated once for credit. One lecture hour a week.
HP 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN HONORS PROGRAM
interests, and other special projects/events/activities. May be taken more than
once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
HP 2893 HONORS INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH PROJECT
Prerequisite: Concurrent Honors Enrollment in HP 1001 or HP 2001.
This course is a President's Scholar's Research Project. The project will be
developed by the student and a faculty member in that discipline and will involve
some original research, a scholarly contribution of some lasting value to that
area or to the institution and/or a substantial academic study. The President's
Scholars Committee will review and approve the Individual Research Contract
between the student and the faculty member and receive the final paper
containing the results of their research project. If prior approval has been
obtained from the Committee, the Individual Research Project may be a
continuation or broadening of an earlier H-Option Research project. Three to six
contact hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
HUMANITIES (HUM)
HUM 1111 HUMANITIES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is composed of a series of humanities-related events (concerts, art
shows, plays, etc.). Students earn credit by attending these events and
completing assignments as described in the course syllabus. Credit: One
semester hour.
HUM 2113 HUMANITIES I
Prerequisite: None.
Humanities I is a study of how the significant ideas of western and other world
cultures have been expressed in the visual arts, architecture, music, film, and
literature from the pre-historic era through the Renaissance. Three lecture
HUM 2223 HUMANITIES II
Prerequisite: None.
Humanities II is a study of how the significant ideas of western and other world
cultures have been expressed in the visual arts, architecture, music, film, and
literature from the late Renaissance through the present. Three lecture hours a
HUM 2233 TRAVEL STUDIES
Prerequisite: None.
In this humanities course students will travel and learn firsthand about the
history and culture of the countries they visit. Students will tour art and historical
museums, study the regional architecture, learn about cultural, commercial and
agricultural practices, and taste the delicacies each country has to offer.
Students will meet prior to departure for trip-specific research to be completed
before departure, will be assisted in preparing for foreign travel. Students will be
required to keep a daily travel journal. Course work will be completed within two
weeks of return. Credit: Three semester hours.
HUM 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN HUMANITIES
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Humanities. May
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LIBRARY (LIB)
LIB 1012 INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARIES
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to teach students about the inner workings of a library.
Students will become proficient in conducting research using print and non-print
resources as well as specific electronic databases. A service learning
component is required. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
MATHEMATICS (MTH)
MTH 0103 INTRODUCTORY MATH
Prerequisite: None.
This non-credit course will focus on arithmetic, basic concepts and
computational skills. Addition and multiplication are stressed and used in the
study of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ratio and proportions will be
taught for problem solving in the context of percentages. Signed numbers and
algebraic equations will be introduced. This course is graded with "S" for
satisfactory or "U" for unsatisfactory. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: None.
MTH 0303 BEGINNING ALGEBRA
Prerequisite: MTH 0103 or minimum secondary assessment score.
This non-credit course is designed for students with little or no high school
algebra background. Concepts covered include: signed numbers, algebraic
expressions, factoring, fractions, linear equations and inequalities, graphing,
exponents, and quadratic equations. This course is graded with "S" for
satisfactory or "U" for unsatisfactory. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: None.
MTH 0403 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
Prerequisite: MTH 0303 or minimum secondary assessment score.
This non-credit course is designed for students with a basic knowledge of
beginning algebra. It covers factoring, rational expressions/equations, graphing,
exponents, quadratic equations, and irrational and complex solutions sets.
Problem-solving skills are emphasized, and content mastery will be useful to the
students in everyday life. This course is graded with "S" for satisfactory or "U"
for unsatisfactory. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: None.
MTH 1112 MATH FOR MEDS
Prerequisite: None
Offered in fall intersession, Math for Meds is a course designed to provide the
student with a beginning level of understanding of math as it relates to the
health field. Students will review basic math skills and learn how to apply this
basic knowledge to medication dosage calculations. Specific areas covered
include basic units of measurements, abbreviations, equivalencies, apothecary,
household, metric conversions, pediatric dosage calculations, and calculation by
weight, and intravenous dosage therapy. The student will have the opportunity
to learn and practice math skills necessary for dosage calculation and
administration. Equivalent of two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
MTH 1123 TECHNICAL MATH I
Prerequisite: None.
After completing a short review of arithmetic operations, this course is designed
to provide the student skills needed to successfully solve problems containing
elementary algebraic operations including signed numbers, scientific notation,
exponents, linear equations and functions, Pythagorean theorem, elementary
right triangle trigonometry, and the English-Metric measuring systems. Three
MTH 1233 TECHNICAL MATH II
Prerequisite: MTH 1123.
A continuation of Technical Math I, this course is designed to provide the
student a review of linear equations and trigonometry and includes a study of
factoring, algebraic functions, graphs, systems of linear equations, exponents
and scientific notation, roots and radicals, quadratic equations, logarithms, and
an introduction to statistics. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
MTH 1413 SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS
Prerequisite: ACT Math Subscore of 19 or higher, or minimum secondary
assessment score, or MTH 0303.
This is a contemporary math course designed to emphasize the many uses and
practical applications of mathematics providing the foundations for arithmetic
and problem solving. Origin of numbers, number bases, systems of whole
numbers, integers, rational numbers, real number operations, problem solving
and consumer mathematics are topics included in the course. Three lecture
MTH 1513 COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Prerequisite: ACT Math Subscore of 19 or higher, or minimum secondary
assessment score, or MTH 0403.
This course involves the study of linear, quadratic and higher equations and
functions, exponential and logarithmic equations and functions, complex
numbers, and ratio and proportion.
Binomial theorem, progressions,
determinants, combinations and permutations are covered as time permits.
MTH 1613 PLANE TRIGONOMETRY
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra and one year plane geometry or
MTH 1513 or equivalent.
This course involves the development, use, and graphs of trigonometric
functions, polar coordinates, solution of right and oblique triangles, the
development and use of identities, and application to practical problems
throughout the course. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
MTH 2133 GEOMETRY FOR ELEMENTARY MAJORS
Prerequisite: MTH 1513 or equivalent.
This course involves the study of geometry concepts such as measurement,
congruence and similarity, constructions, lines, circles, and transformations for
elementary education majors. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
MTH 2143 CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS, LIFE AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Prerequisite: MTH 1513 or equivalent.
This is a sophomore level brief calculus course for the non-science major. The
purpose of this course is to provide mathematical knowledge and ability to
develop and analyze mathematical models using the calculus. Topics covered in
this course include a brief review of algebra and functions, differentiation and
applications of the derivative, exponential and logarithmic functions and models,
and integration and applications of the integral, and multivariable functions.
MTH 2215 CALCULUS I WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY
Prerequisite: MTH 1513 AND 1613 or equivalent.
This course covers introduction to analytical geometry in two dimensions,
functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals, and applications. Five lecture
hours a week. Credit: Five semester hours.
MTH 2315 CALCULUS II WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY
Prerequisite: a C or better in MTH 2215.
Further application of integrals, conic sections, parametric equations, polar
coordinates, series, vectors, solid analytic geometry, partial derivatives and
multiple integrals are covered in this course. Five lecture hours a week. Credit:
Five semester hours.
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MTH 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MATHEMATICS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Mathematics.
MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT (MOA)
MOA 1113 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the terminology used in all areas of medical science, hospital science,
and paramedical specialties. Emphasis placed on understanding proficiency in
use of medical terminology. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
MOA 1123 CODING FOR THE MEDICAL OFFICE
Prerequisite: MOA 1113 or concurrent enrollment or permission of instructor.
This course presents current procedural terminology (CPTA) and international
classification Disease-9-Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) coding system for
beginning coders. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
MOA 1213 MEDICAL LAW, LIABILITY AND ETHICS
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the legal and ethical issues facing medicine today and to inform and
alert employers in the health care delivery system of the legal and ethical
responsibilities to their employer in the medical office. Bioethical issues will also
be covered. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
MOA 1223 ADVANCED CODING/INSURANCE FOR THE MEDICAL OFFICE
Prerequisite: MOA 1123 or permission of instructor.
This course will continue to build upon the coding principles learned in Coding
for the Medical Office. ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding will be enhanced and the
student will learn more complex diagnoses and procedures. Federal and private
insurance programs will be emphasized. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
MOA 1233 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY, ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
Specialized terminology related to the various medical specialties: pathological
terminology used to describe diseases; and, a foundation in anatomy and
physiology with clinical practice applications. Three lecture hours a week.
MOA 1243 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION I
Prerequisite: MOA 1113 and basic keyboarding skills.
This course is designed to develop speed and accuracy in keyboarding, skill in
the use of transcribing, and the expansion of medical terminology. Two lecture
and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours
MOA 2113 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION II
Prerequisite: MOA 1243
This course is a continuation of MOA 1243. Two lecture and two laboratory
MOA 2123 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES I
This course consists of administrative medical assistant procedures necessary
in the management of the patient with emphasis on: public relations; receptionist
skills; telephone and appointment skills; preparation and maintenance of patient
records; mail processing; and, filing. Included is a study of computer
terminology with applications. Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour a
MOA 2213 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES & BILLING
This course presents the administrative medical assistant procedures on: office
management; written and oral communications; and, management of physician's
professional schedule and travel arrangements. Emphasis is placed on billing,
collecting, and types of bookkeeping. All of these topics will be covered through
computer application. Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour a week.
MOA 2221 MEDICAL OFFICE SEMINAR
Prerequisite: MOA 2113 and concurrent enrollment in MOA 2233.
Problem solving and correlation of classroom theory and practice with work
experience in a conference course. Attention will be given to understanding the
role of the medical secretary, human relations, and legal relations. One lecture
hour a week. Credit: One semester hour.
MOA 2223 Spanish for Medical Office
Prerequisite: None.
Spanish for Health Professionals is a blended intensive-accelerated learning
course in which students will learn simple phrases, terminology, and
pronunciation necessary to communicate on a very basic level with Spanishspeaking clients. You will learn the phrases to help assist patients at the front
office. There is a minimal reading and writing component as well. This will be an
active learning experience that incorporates simulated real life situations. Class
time is minimal and learning will be largely comprised of self-study using
technology tools and small group interaction. This class is intended for
individuals who anticipate working with Spanish-speaking clients in a health
related area. Students will also examine cultural differences which impact health
and health care decisions.
MOA 2233 CLINICAL PRACTICE
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MOA 2221.
Supervised experience in a doctor's office or clinic. Twelve clinical hours a
MOA 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT.
Prerequisite: Approval of program chairman.
This course is a study and/or analysis of a selected area and/or topic in Medical
Office Administration. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to
four semester hours.
MICROBIOLOGY (MIC)
MIC 2224 INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY
Prerequisite: A 20 or higher on the science portion of the ACT and one
semester of Chemistry. Alternatively, a C or better in BIO 1404 and one
semester of Chemistry. The one semester of Chemistry must be approved by
the Nursing Department.
This course will provide instruction in the major concepts of microbiology.
Lectures will cover the bacteria, viruses, and fungi and will include discussion of
disease processes, host defense mechanisms, epidemiology and the basics of
microbial control. Laboratories will emphasize routine bacteriology skills such
as aseptic technique, staining and microscopy, the isolation and biochemical
differentiation of unknown bacteria, bacterial cell counts, and antibiotic
sensitivity testing. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit:
Four semester hours. (Nursing and PTA majors who withdraw from
Microbiology will need permission of the Director of Nursing prior to enrolling the
next semester.)
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MIC 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MICROBIOLOGY
Prerequisite: Approval of program chairman.
This course is a study and/or analysis of a selected area and/or topic in
Microbiology. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four
semester hours.
MUSIC (MU)
MU 1113 MUSIC APPRECIATION
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to cultivate a broader listening and appreciative attitude
toward good music. Lectures with musical illustrations on important works of
musical literature are included. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
MU 1202 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course designed to lay the foundation for an approach to music by ear,
eye and keyboard, using rudiments of rhythm, notation, and melodic and
harmonic writings. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
the clinical setting. It is important that the student realizes that this course will
only satisfy entry-level requirements of the MSC Nursing Program and the
student will not be recognized as a certified nurse aid upon completion. Credit:
NUR 1113 NURSING ROLE TRANSITION
Prerequisite: Permission of Nursing Program Director.
This course is designed to introduce the licensed practical nurse and other
health professionals to concepts related to change and transition as they pursue
education to become registered nurses. Students will learn about role
development and transition, the process of change, transitions in nursing,
transition to the student role, associate degree nursing education process,
differentiation of LPN and RN roles, the nursing domain, critical thinking in
registered nursing, role concepts essential for registered nursing practice,
application of the nursing process, and legal and ethical issues related to
nursing. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
NUR 1116 THE CLIENT & THE NURSING PROCESS
MU 1541-2541 MIXED ENSEMBLE
Prerequisite: Must meet a prescribed level of achievement as defined by the
instructor.
Each course may be repeated once for additional credit. Ten laboratory hours a
week. Credit: One semester hour.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Nursing Program. Prerequisite or concurrent
enrollment: AP 1124 and PSY 1113.
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the field of
nursing as a profession. Students will learn about the history of nursing, legal
aspects related to the practice of nursing, effective communication methods,
and the nursing practice with a focus on assessment and data analysis. The
student will have the opportunity to learn and practice basic nursing skills for
clients throughout the life span utilizing a holistic approach. Four lecture and six
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Six semester hours.
MU 2561-2563 COLLEGE CHOIR
NUR 1123 THE CLIENT AND THE NURSING PROCESS
Prerequisite: None.
A vocal ensemble of mixed voices that performs choral music from all style
periods in regular campus and off campus concerts which are open to both
college students and members of the community. Two and three credit hour
courses will require additional assignments. May be taken more than once.
Three laboratory hours a week. Credit varies from one to three semester hours.
MU 2402 MUSIC LITERATURE I
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of music from ancient times to 1750. It covers the stylistic
characteristics of music, analysis of musical form, and emphasizes listening
experience and broadens student acquaintance with literature of music. Two
lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
MU 2412 MUSIC LITERATURE II
Prerequisite: None.
This is a continuation of Music Literature I from 1750 to present. Two lecture
MU 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MUSIC
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Music. May be
NURSING (NUR)
NUR 1103 BASIC NURSING SKILLS
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Program.
A basic nursing course, consisting of required attendance for class and clinical
sites as well as access to the internet. The student will learn basic nursing
theory principles and how to perform basic nursing care. The instructor will
provide demonstration and evaluation of skills in the MSC skills laboratory and if
competent, the student will be required to further demonstrate competence in
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Nursing Program. Prerequisite or concurrent
enrollment: AP 1124 and PSY 1113.
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the field of
nursing as a profession. Students will learn about the history of nursing, legal
aspects related to the practice of nursing, effective communication methods,
and the nursing practice with a focus on assessment and data analysis. The
student will have the opportunity to learn and practice basic nursing skills for
clients throughout the life span utilizing a holistic approach. Four lecture hours a
NUR 1129 HEALTH PROMOTION & THE NURSING PROCESS I
Prerequisite: NUR 1116. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: AP 1134 and
NUT 1553.
This course is designed to provide the student the assistance in the process of
acquiring knowledge in nursing skill performance based on a beginning
acquisition of the physical and mental health deviations across the life span.
The nursing process is the framework for application of course content with an
emphasis on analysis. The content is based on medical-surgical and pediatric
nursing, including stressful life-span events. The student will be able to perform
specific nursing skills such as I.V. maintenance, wound care, surgical asepsis,
oral & nasopharyngeal suctioning, and post-mortem care. Six lecture and nine
laboratory hours a week. Credit: Nine semester hours.
NUR 2112 NURSING REMEDIATION I
Prerequisite: NUR 1116 and NUR 1129
This course is designed for students requiring or desiring remediation in nursing.
It provides a review of the content of the NUR 1116 and NUR 1129 with an
emphasis on test taking abilities. Enrichment activities are provided as well as
additional reference sources to provide the student with a variety of learning
methods. The overall goal is to enhance the student’s knowledge to increase
his/her ability to be successful in NUR 1129. Credit: Two semester hours.
NUR 2219 HEALTH PROMOTION & THE NURSING PROCESS II
Prerequisite: NUR 1116 and NUR 1129. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment:
SOC 1113 and MIC 1224.
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This course is designed to provide the student the assistance in the process of
acquiring knowledge in advanced nursing skill performance based on an
ongoing acquisition of the physical and mental health deviations across the life
span. The nursing process is the framework for application of course content
with an emphasis on evaluation. The content is based on medical-surgical,
psychiatric, obstetrical, and pediatric nursing. The student will be able to
perform specific nursing skills such as IV starts, suctioning, tracheotomy care,
and participation in code blue with the supervision of an instructor. Six lecture
and nine laboratory hours a week. Credit: Nine semester hours.
NUR 2220 LEADERSHIP & THE NURSING PROCESS
Prerequisite: NUR 1116, NUR 1129 and NUR 2219.
This course is designed to provide the student the assistance in utilization of the
nursing process in management and leadership roles. Current trends in
nursing, professionalism, and role transition are addressed. Content is selected
from medical-surgical, pediatric, community and rural nursing. Six lecture and
fifteen laboratory hours a week. Credit: Eleven semester hours.
NUR 2233 NURSING REMEDIATION II
Prerequisite: NUR 1116, NUR 1129, NUR 2219 and NUR 2220.
This course is designed for students requiring or desiring remediation in nursing.
It provides a review of the content of the NUR 1116, NUR 1129, NUR 2219 and
NUR2220 with an emphasis on test taking abilities. Enrichment activities are
provided as well as additional reference sources to provide the student with a
variety learning methods. The overall goal is to enhance the student’s
knowledge to increase his/her ability to successfully pass NCLEX-RN. Credit:
NUR 2711 NCLEX-RN REVIEW
Prerequisite: NUR 1116, NUR 1129 and NUR 2219
This course is designed to provide the student assistance in preparing for the
NCLEX-RN exam. Credit: One semester hour.
NUR 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN NURSING
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Nursing. May be
NUTRITION (NUT)
NUT 1553 NUTRITION
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of basic
nutrition and how it applies to good health throughout the life cycle. This course
is required for nursing students but is not limited to those seeking a nursing
degree. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (OTA)
OTA 2101 FIELDWORK IA
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
Level I fieldwork is designed to introduce students to the fieldwork experience,
to apply knowledge to practice, and to develop understanding of the needs of
clients. It is designed to enrich the first semester coursework through
participation in selected aspects of the occupational therapy process. Eight
clinical hours a week. Credit: One semester hour.
OTA 2112 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
This initial course provides an overview of occupational therapy including the
history, philosophy, values, ethics and beliefs which form the foundations of the
profession. The role of occupational therapy in various healthcare settings and
the role of the OTA and the OTR will be introduced. The essentials of success in
the OTA program will be investigated including basic computer competence,
utilization of media and learning resources, and success strategies for learning.
The processes of self examination, cooperation, and teambuilding for enhancing
learning will be explored. Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester
hours.
OTA 2113 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROCESS I
This course provides an introduction to the Occupational Therapy Framework
that provides the basis for treatment planning and treatment interventions. The
fundamentals of occupational therapy practice will be presented. Frames of
reference will be introduced and the Developmental Model and Occupational
Functioning Model will be presented and applied. Human development as it
relates to occupation across the life span will be studied. Three lecture hours a
OTA 2121 FIELDWORK IB
Students continue practical clinical experiences in clinical settings to allow
observation and application of knowledge and skills gained in the first semester
coursework. Forty clinical hours a week. Credit: One semester hour.
OTA 2124 THERAPEUTIC TECHNIQUES
Students will learn basic media, modalities and methods of occupational therapy
techniques and skills. Skill building in activity and task analysis will be
developed as a basis for future treatment planning. Two lecture hours and six
OTA 2133 CLINICAL CONDITIONS AND TERMINOLOGY
Medical terminology and common clinical conditions encountered in
occupational therapy practice including information on etiology, signs and
symptoms, medical management and impact on function and occupation. Three
OTA 2143 HUMAN MOVEMENT/KINESIOLOGY
Review of basic musculoskeletal anatomy and introduction to medical
terminology as it relates to the structure and function of the human
musculoskeletal and sensory systems. The concepts of kinesiology, the basic
mechanics of motion, will be introduced and the development of skills in the
analysis of movement will be emphasized. Two lecture hours and three
OTA 2203 THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS
The theory and practice of selected occupational therapy interventions for
specified populations will form the basis for this course including specific
developmental, pediatric, sensory motor, psychosocial, and mental health
techniques. Group process skills, helpful interviewing, conflict resolution, group
dynamics, and therapeutic use of the self, developmental therapy, remediation
of sensory processing disorders and interventions for school age children will be
highlighted. A review of pertinent clinical conditions and effects on occupational
functioning will be included. Two lecture hours and three laboratory hours a
OTA 2223 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROCESS II
Concepts of health and wellness will be explored and students will develop a
personal model of health. Frames of reference and treatment implementation
and planning will be emphasized. Cultural competency, self assessment for
team building, adult learning theory, effective teaching methods, communication
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skills, data gathering and documentation proficiency will be developed. Clinical
reasoning and critical thinking skills will be modeled and practiced. Basic
assessment tools will be demonstrated and practiced. Community models of
practice will be explored and a community clinical practice activity will be
developed by each student. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
OTA 2233 PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT
Professional and self management skills form the basis of this course. Topics
include: self-directed learning, understanding of regulatory requirements,
reimbursement issues, fieldwork requirements and responsibilities, ethics in
practice, and use of professional literature and research. Supervision
requirements and state licensure, partnerships, HIPAA, OTA roles and practice
standards for competence. NBCOT certification will also be covered in depth
and resources identified. Students will become familiar with AOTA documents
that guide practice. Scope and standards of practice, code of ethics, core
values, communication skills, multicultural competence, and role delineation will
be offered. Job search skills will be covered. Three lecture hours a week.
OTA 2243 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE AND ADAPTATIONS
The theory and practice of occupational adaptations for specific populations and
appropriate occupational therapy compensatory and adaptive treatment
techniques for patients with physical and cognitive disabilities, and the elderly
will be stressed. A review of related clinical conditions and need for adaptations
for improving or maintaining occupational performance will be included.
Adaptations in emerging areas of practice such as hand therapy, work
programs, driving, lymphedema, and low vision will be explored. Two lecture
hours and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
OTA 2253 CLINICAL FIELDWORK IIA
This course is an eight week full-time clinical experience under the supervision
of a licensed occupational therapy assistant or occupational therapist.
Fieldwork requirements must be completed within 12 months of technical
coursework. Forty clinical hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
OTA 2263 CLINICAL FIELDWORK IIB
This course is an eight week full-time clinical experience under the supervision
of a licensed occupational therapy assistant or occupational therapist.
Fieldwork requirements must be completed within 12 months of technical
coursework. Forty clinical hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
ORIENTATION (ORI)
ORI 1011 NEW STUDENT COLLEGE ORIENTATION
Prerequisite: None.
This course is required of all first-time college freshmen. It is designed to
introduce students to college. Topics include but are not limited to: study skills;
financial literacy, career/degree information; campus tour; and financial aid
information. Eight (8) classroom hours in one (1) day plus eight (8) classroom
hours over an eight (8) week period. Additionally it may be offered as an
internet course, or instead of the (8) classroom hours over the course of an eight
week period, it may be offered in an all-day Saturday section. Credit: One
semester hour.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PHS)
PHS 1114 GENERAL PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: None.
This is a course with a general education orientation designed to help the
student understand and interpret his physical environment. The course consists
of a study of important topics in astronomy, chemistry, geology, and physics.
The course is recommended for Liberal Arts and Education majors but should
not be taken by students who intend to complete other courses in these physical
sciences. Four lecture-demonstration hours a week. Credit: Four semester
hours.
PHS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)
PTA 2102 ANATOMY AND MOVEMENT
Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Admission to the 2nd Year of PTA
Program or special permission of PTA Director.
The course will emphasize the skeletal, articular, muscular, and nervous system
as they relate to the practice of physical therapy. The course is designed to
prepare the student for and to promote success in PTA 2144 and other future
classes. A good foundation in anatomy sets the stage for success in the PTA
program second year. After being accepted into the PTA technical year,
students are evaluated on their knowledge of anatomy related to the motor
systems by a course pre-test. This course is required of all students who do not
meet satisfactory pre-course knowledge proficiency levels as measured on the
course pre-test. Topics include anatomical terminology, identification of surface
anatomy landmarks, and structure identification. Students will be exposed to the
wide variety of anatomical learning aids available through the PTA program.
This course will be primarily taught on-line with 6 to 8 in-class days (3 hours
each day). Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
PTA 2112 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA Program (or Alternate) with permission of
PTA Director.
This course is an orientation to the physical therapy profession. Topics include:
history, professional organization, federal/state regulations, interpersonal
relationship skills, medical terminology and documentation. This course will be
an on-line enhanced learning format with 6 to 8 in0class days (3 hours each
day). Two lecture hours a week. Credit: Two semester hours.
PTA 2126 PHYSICAL THERAPY PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES I
Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA Program.
This course teaches the principles and techniques of selected physical therapy
treatment methods. These include: aseptic technique, body mechanics, safety
procedures, vital signs, patient positioning and draping, transfers, gait training,
therapeutic exercise, traction, massage, superficial heat and cold, deep heat
modalities, ultraviolet radiation, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, and principles of
patient education. Six lecture hours and nine laboratory hours a week. Credit:
Six semester hours.
PTA 2133 MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CONDITIONS
This course is the study of health and disease of all age groups introduced with
an emphasis on the etiology, pathology, prevention, and treatment of selected
medical and surgical conditions encountered in physical therapy. Three lecture
hours a week. Credit: Three semesters hours.
PTA 2144 FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY
This course will cover the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system
with an emphasis on the mechanical aspect of human action. Muscle testing,
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flexibility testing, goniometry, introduction to therapeutic exercise and normal
gait and posture will be covered. Three lecture hours and six laboratory hours
a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
PTA 2152 CLINICAL PRACTICUM I
Prerequisite: Concurrently enrolled in PTA 2112, PTA 2126, PTA 2133 and PTA
2144.
This course is clinical observation and application of physical therapy
procedures under the direction and supervision of clinical faculty. Knowledge
and skills learned in previous general education course work and prerequisite
PTA courses are applied. Location of clinical practicum will be assigned with
transportation and housing being the responsibility of the student. Eight Clinical
PTA 2213 PHYSICAL THERAPY PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES II
This is an elective course that can be taken with approval during any phase of
the program. A plan is developed between the student and faculty that identifies
a project to be completed by the student that addresses current Physical
Therapy practice issues. TBA. Credit: one, Two, or Three hours dependent
upon project requirements.
PHYSICS (PHY)
PHY 1114 GENERAL PHYSICS I
Prerequisite: MTH 1513; MTH 1613 recommended.
This is a general technical physics for non-engineering students. It is a
beginning lecture and laboratory study of the fundamental principles of
mechanics and heat. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit:
Four semester hours.
Prerequisite: PTA 2112, PTA 2102, PTA 2126, PTA 2133, PTA 2144 and PTA
2152, with a grade of "C" or better.
This course teaches additional physical therapy principles, techniques and
pathologies. These include: expanded therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, chest physical therapy, and pathological gait. Two lecture and two
PHY 1214 GENERAL PHYSICS II
PTA 2223 SEMINAR IN PHYSICAL THERAPY
PHY 2015 ENGINEERING PHYSICS I
Prerequisite: PTA 2112, PTA 2102, PTA 2126, PTA 2133, PTA 2144 and PTA
This course covers topics to assist the student in the transition to physical
therapist assistant. Topics included are trends, specialized practice, patient
services, case studies integrating theory and practice and the employment
process. Two lecture hours a week plus off-site observation requirement (48
clock hours). Credit: Three semester hours.
PTA 2234 REHABILITATION TECHNIQUES
Prerequisites: PTA 2112, PTA 2102, PTA 2126, PTA 2133, PTA 2144 and PTA
This course covers rehabilitative procedures, including techniques and
procedures, involved in the rehabilitation of individuals of all age groups with
disabilities resulting from various congenital or acquired conditions. These
conditions include arthritis, brain injury, amputation, spinal cord injury, cardiac
conditions, genetic/congenital disorders, and burn rehabilitation. Two lecture
and four laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
PTA 2243 CLINICAL PRACTICUM II
Prerequisite: PTA 2112, PTA 2126, PTA 2133, PTA 2144, PTA 2152, PTA
2213, PTA 2222 and PTA 2234.
This course is clinical observation, application, and practice of physical therapy
procedures under the direction and supervision of clinical faculty. Knowledge
from previous general education and PTA courses will be applied. Location of
clinical practicum will be assigned with transportation and housing being the
responsibility of the student. Six weeks (240 hours). Credit: Three semester
hours.
PTA 2253 CLINICAL PRACTICUM III
Prerequisite: PTA 2112, PTA 2126, PTA 2133, PTA 2144, PTA 2152, PTA
2222, PTA 2234, and PTA 2243.
This course follows PTA 2243 and is continued clinical observation, application,
and practice of physical therapy procedures under the direction and supervision
of clinical faculty. Knowledge from the previous general education and PTA
courses will be applied. Location of clinical practicum will be assigned with
transportation and housing being the responsibility of the student. Six weeks
(240 hours). Credit: Three semester hours.
PTA 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Prerequisite: a C or better in PHY 1114 or equivalent.
This is a continuation of Physics 1114. It is a lecture and laboratory study of the
fundamental principles of sound, electricity, magnetism, light, and modern
physics. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
Prerequisite: MTH 2215.
This course, designed for engineers or science majors, is a lecture-laboratory
course of general physics taught with calculus. It includes topics from
mechanics and heat. Four lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit:
Five semester hours.
PHY 2115 ENGINEERING PHYSICS II
Prerequisite: a C or better in PHY 2015 or equivalent.
This is a continuation of Physics 2015 including topics from sound, electricity,
magnetism, light and modern physics. Four lecture and three laboratory hours a
week. Credit: Five semester hours.
PHY 2313 MODERN PHYSICS
Prerequisite: PHY 2115.
Introductory topics in relativity, atomic structure, nuclear theory, wave
mechanics, statistical physics, and solid state physics are studied. Three
PHY 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PHYSICS
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Physics. May be
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)
PSY 1113 INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
A survey of the major areas of study in Psychology such as: motivation,
learning physiology, human development, social psychology, abnormal
behavior, perception, memory, cognition/thought, and treatment. Three lecture
PSY 2113 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a psychology course that is a study of adjustment problems and
their effect on the lives, behavior, and personalities of individuals. Three lecture
hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
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PSY 2313 INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING
Prerequisite: PSY 1113.
This course is an introduction to theoretical principles and techniques of
counseling. This course will also include the professional and ethical issues of
counseling and social services issues. Three lecture hours per week. Credit:
PSY 2333 Introduction to Research and Writing in Psychology
This course is a broad-based introduction to the methods used in behavioral
research, including how to search the literature of the discipline of psychology,
reading and writing research papers, and using American Psychological
Association (APA) writing style. Credit: Three semester hours.
PSY 2433 PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS
Prerequisite: PSY 1113. Recommended: MTH 1513.
This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential, parametric and
nonparametric statistical techniques used in behavioral research including:
measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, regression analysis,
hypothesis testing, t-tests, chi-square, and simple analysis of variance. Three
PSY 2443 PERSONALITY THEORIES
A psychology course that examines personality processes and the various
theoretical approaches to the study of personality such as: psychodynamic,
behavioral, phenomenological, trait, and social learning theories. Three lecture
hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
PSY 2523 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
This is a theoretical and research-based course that will cover social, emotional,
physical and cognitive aspects of human development throughout the lifespan.
Three lecture hours. Credit: Three semester hours.
PSY 2533 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
RE 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Religious
Education. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
SCIENCE (SCI)
SCI 0103 BASIC SCIENCE
Prerequisite: None.
Requirements: This course is for any student that has scored below a 14 on the
Science portion of the ACT or any student that must take remedial reading and
remedial math.
This non-credit course is designed for students who need to improve their
science background before taking college-level science courses. It is an
integrated course, which introduces a range of basic concepts of both physical
and life sciences. This course is graded with "S" for satisfactory or "U" for
unsatisfactory. To receive a grade of "S", the student must have an average of
70% or better on course work for the semester. Three lecture laboratory hours
per week. Credit: None.
SCI 1563 THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION
Prerequisite: None.
Designed for persons concerned with nutrition as it relates to disease processes
and health problems. Emphasis is on special nutritional needs throughout the
life cycle and diet modifications required by specific health problems. Three
SCI 2224 EARTH, SPACE & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to geology, astronomy, meteorology, and environmental science
with laboratory for elementary majors. This course will also discuss the
interrelationship between biotic and abiotic components of the environment and
the influence human activities have on the environment. Four lecture hours a
Prerequisite: PSY 1113 or SOC 1113.
This course will cover topics such as: conformity, social influence, social
cognition, prosocial behavior, prejudice, group processes, interpersonal
attraction and social comparison. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
SCI 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SCIENCE
PSY 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PSYCHOLOGY
SERVICE LEARNING (SL)
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Psychology.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (RE)
RE 1713 SURVEY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of Old Testament literature with special attention given
to literary form, historical background, and religious message. Two lecture
RE 1723 SURVEY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of New Testament literature with special attention given
to literary form, historical background, and religious message. Two lecture
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Science. May be
SL 1111 VOLUNTEERISM
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to promote service learning and volunteerism within the
community. Students will be required to complete a service learning project.
May be taken more than once. Credit: One semester hour.
SOCIAL SCIENCE (SS)
SS 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Social Science.
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SOCIOLOGY (SOC)
SOCIAL WORK (SW)
SOC 1113 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
SW 1113 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a general survey of the field of sociology, the origin and
development of social institutions and social processes. Three lecture hours a
SOC 2013 MARRIAGE AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
Prerequisite: None.
This course includes: 1) a study of the factors for successful marital adjustment;
2) a study of the problems of courtship and marriage; 3) a comparative analysis
of family structure and change in relation to other aspects of society; and 4) a
study of family processes such as courtship, marriage, reproduction,
childbearing and marital dissolution. Three lecture hours. Credit: Three
semester hours.
SOC 2023 SOCIAL PROBLEMS
Prerequisite: SOC 1113.
This course is a study of contemporary social problems, their causes and
proposed solutions. An attempt is also made to anticipate areas of future
difficulty and to examine proposals for mitigating them. Three lecture hours.
SOC 2063 DEVIANCE, CRIME, AND DELINQUENCY
This course is a study of the theories and research on deviance and social
controls, and the causes and prevention of crime and delinquency. Three
SOC 2143 CULTURAL DIVERSITIES
This course is a study of minority and majority relations and cultural differences.
This course examines prejudice, discrimination and related factors. Credit:
SOC 2433 DOMESTIC RELATIONS
This course examines the laws of divorce, annulment, separate maintenance
actions, and a review of various juvenile problems including adoption, custody
and delinquency. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
SOC 2533 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Prerequisite: PSY 1113 or SOC 1113.
This course is a study of the psychological basis of social interaction and
change. Three lecture hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
SOC 2613 SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER
This course examines the reinforcement of gender roles by the major institutions
of society and examines the effect of gender roles on education, mass media,
economics, laws, religion and society. Credit: Three semester hours.
SOC 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SOCIOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed to acquaint the student with different types of social
service. It provides an introduction to the philosophy, purposes, and functions of
various social agencies. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
SW 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SOCIAL WORK
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Social Work.
SPANISH (SPA)
SPA 1013 CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
Prerequisite: None.
This course should be taken by students who have never studied Spanish and
who want to learn basic conversational patterns. The beginning student will
develop oral communication skills through intensive practice in Spanish with a
focus on listening and speaking activities. The student will be able to function in
Spanish on topics of everyday life. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
SPA 1114 BEGINNING SPANISH I
Prerequisite: None.
This is an elementary course in understanding, speaking, reading and writing
Spanish and includes a language lab component. Three lecture hours and one
laboratory hour a week. Credit: Four semester hours.
SPA 1214 BEGINNING SPANISH II
Prerequisite: SPA 1114 (or two years of high school Spanish)
A continuation of Spanish I, this is an elementary course in understanding,
speaking, reading and writing Spanish and includes a language lab component.
Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour a week. Credit: Four semester
hours.
SPA 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SPANISH
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Spanish. May be
SPEECH (SPC)
SPC 1001-2001 SPEECH ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION
Prerequisite: None.
Credit is earned by preparation for and participating in dramatic productions
and/or intercollegiate speaking activities and may be repeated for a total of four
credit hours. Two laboratory hours a week. Credit: One semester hour.
SPC 1003 VOICE AND DICTION
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of the physiology of speech, including such concepts as
improvement of vocal control, expansion of vocabulary, and introduction to the
International Phonetic Alphabet. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
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SPC 1113 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
Prerequisite: None.
This is an elementary course emphasizing the principles and techniques of
preparing for, participating in, and the evaluation of communication behavior at
the interpersonal and public levels. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
SPC 2103 ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE
Prerequisite: SPC 1113 or permission of instructor.
This course is concerned with the study and application of logic and
argumentation in persuasion. It includes theories of argumentation and practical
debate experience. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
SPC 2113 ORAL INTERPRETATION
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
This course focuses on the theory and practice of the art of interpreting to an
audience from the printed page, works of literature in their intellectual,
emotional, and aesthetic entirety. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three
semester hours.
SPC 2213 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Prerequisite: SPC 1112 or departmental approval.
Emphasis is placed on speeches designed for special occasions. Three lecture
SPC 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SPEECH
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Speech. May be
THEATRE (TH)
TH 1133 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey and analysis of theatre history, literature, and practices
relating to the theatre as a social force. Three lecture hours a week. Credit:
This course instructs the student in the re-creation and oral communication of
works of literary art. The selection, evaluation, analysis, interpretation, and oral
presentation of various prose and verse selections are emphasized. Three
TH 2133 ACTING I
Prerequisite: None.
Designed to acquaint the beginning actor with the fundamentals of acting, this
course explores the physical, vocal, emotional and technical aspects of the
actor’s craft. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
TH 2143 STAGECRAFT I
Prerequisite: None.
This course deals with the principles of constructing, rigging, and assembling
modern stage scenery and equipment. Three lecture hours a week. May be
taken more than once. Credit: Three semester hours.
TH 2233 ACTING II
Prerequisite: TH 2133.
This course will develop the actor’s craft through scene study, and various
techniques of character analysis and development. Three lecture hours a week.
TH 2143 STAGECRAFT II
Prerequisite: None.
This course is the continuation of Stagecraft dealing with the principles of
constructing, rigging, and assembling modern stage scenery and equipment.
Three lecture hours a week. May be taken more than once. Credit: Three
semester hours.
TH 2612 DANCE III
Prerequisite: TH 1612 and TH 2612.
This course is an intermediate level of techniques for tap and ballet with a strong
emphasis in vocabulary, fundamental philosophies, body alignment, and
positions of the arms and feet. This course will combine steps for specific dance
construction. There may be performing opportunities. To enroll in this class,
student must have completed TH 1612 and TH 2612. Credit: Two semester
hours.
TH 1612 DANCE I
TH 2712 DANCE IV
Prerequisite: TH 1612, TH 2612 and TH 2712.
This course is an advanced level of techniques for tap and ballet with a strong
positions of the arms and feet. This course will combine complicated steps in a
specific rhythmic and/or dance construction. There may be performing
opportunities. To enroll in this class, student must have completed TH 1612, TH
2612, and TH 2712. Credit: Two semester hours.
TH 1712 DANCE II
TH 2732 DANCE COMPANY
Prerequisite: None.
This course is an ensemble performance class with emphasis based on a
variety of dance techniques. Students must audition and be willing to perform at
Murray State College events. This class may be repeated. Credit: Two semester
hours.
TH 1143 CREATIVE DRAMATICS
Prerequisite: None.
This course examines the use of theatre for personal development, selfexpression, and education using creative dramatics, storytelling, and
improvisation. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
Prerequisite: None.
This course is an introduction of techniques for basic tap and ballet with a strong
positions of the arms and feet. There may be performing opportunities. There
are no prerequisites for this course. Credit: Two semester hours.
Prerequisite: TH 1612.
This course is a beginning level of techniques for basic tap and ballet with a
strong emphasis in vocabulary, fundamental philosophies, body alignment, and
positions of the arms and feet. There may be performing opportunities. To enroll
in this class, student must have completed TH 1612. Credit: Two semester
hours.
TH 2818 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN THEATRE
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Theatre. May be
TH 2123 ORAL INTERPRETATION
Prerequisite: Departmental Approval.
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VETERINARY ASSISTING (VA)
VA 1103 VETERINARY ASSISTING I
Prerequisite: None.
This course will provide the student with necessary skills utilized in the everyday
duties of the veterinary assistant, including, but not limited to: office procedures
and client relations, medical terminology, handling and restraint, animal
behavior, pharmacology and pharmacy, and various related studies. Two lecture
and two laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester hours.
in the veterinary technology field; including construction, meaning and
pronunciation. One lecture hour per week Credit: One semester hour
VT 1214 ANESTHESIA AND SURGICAL NURSING
Prerequisite: Completion of VA 1103 with a grade point of 2.0 or better.
This course will provide the student with nursing skills related to surgery,
anesthesia, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic imaging. It will also cover
avian and exotic animal care and nursing skills. Two lecture and two laboratory
Prerequisite: Completion of preceding VT courses (as listed in the degree
curriculum) with a grade point of 2.0 or better.
This course is designed to provide the student a working knowledge of the
various common chemical agents associated with modern veterinary
anesthesia. In addition to drug pharmacokinetics, students will also learn and
develop skills in proper operation and maintenance of anesthetic machines,
induction and monitoring of patients, maintenance of accurate anesthetic
records, recognition of anesthetic emergencies, identification of common
surgical instruments, integration of proper sterilization techniques, patient
preparation, catheter and endotracheal placement, aseptic preparation of
patients as indicated for the procedure, aseptically scrub for surgery, surgical
assisting, and surgical suite etiquette. Three lecture and four laboratory hours
per week. Credit: Four semester hours.
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY (VT)
VT 1223 PHYSIOLOGY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS
VA 1203 VETERINARY ASSISTING II
VT 1101 VETERINARY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I
Prerequisite: Admission to VT Program or approval of Program Director.
This course is designed to provide the students with a basic foundation in the
language of veterinary medicine and those terms which are used in Anatomy of
Domestic Animals. Students will be introduced to the various aspects of terminology
in the veterinary technology field; including construction, meaning and
pronunciation. One lecture hour per week. Credit: One semester hour.
VT 1104 INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
This course is designed to introduce students to the scope of a veterinary
technician's duties, career opportunities, salary ranges and organizations
available to veterinary technicians, the rules and regulations that govern
technicians, OSHA regulations and provide students the opportunity to identify
domestic breeds, breed characteristics and demonstrate appropriate restraint.
The student will also begin developing skills in sanitation procedures, admitting
and discharging patients, performing physical examinations, administering
medications, using veterinary software and maintaining medical records. Three
lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Credit: Four semester hours.
VT 1112 VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY MATH FOR MEDS
This course is designed to provide the student with a beginning level of
understanding of math as it relates to the health field. Students will review basic
math skills and learn how to apply this basic knowledge to medication dosage
calculation. Specific areas covered include basic units of measurements,
abbreviations, equivalencies, apothecary, household, metric conversions,
dosage calculations, calculations by weight, fluid therapy, and percent solutions.
The student will have the opportunity to learn and practice math skills necessary
for dosage calculation and administration. Two lecture hours per week. Credit:
Two semester hours.
VT 1114 ANATOMY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS
This course is designed to provide the student an opportunity to identify and
compare the anatomical structures of common domestic animals in preparation
for the study of physiological processes. Three lecture and four laboratory hours
VT 1201 VETERINARY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY II
This course is designed to provide the students with a basic foundation in the
language of veterinary medicine and those terms which are used in Physiology of
Domestic Animals. Students will be introduced to the various aspects of terminology
This course is designed to provide the student with the cognitive skills to
comprehend the principles of body function, which are basic to the performance
of the skills expected of a Veterinary Technician. The course will cover
comparative function of domestic animals beginning at the cellular level and
progressing through the systems of the body. Three lecture hours per week.
VT 1224 CLINICAL PATHOLOGY I
This course is designed to provide the student an opportunity to perform
hematological techniques including; sample collection, preparation, identification
and counting blood cells, determination of hematocrit, sedimentation rate,
hemoglobin content, and red blood cell indices. Along with hematological
performances, internal and external parasites are identified, and classified, with
discussions of their significance within veterinary public health, epidemiology
and prevention. Three lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
VT 2006 EXTERNSHIP
This course is an occupational experience afforded by cooperative effort
between the student, Murray State College Veterinary Technology Program and
the approved professional veterinary medical or allied medical clinical practice
establishment. Forty laboratory hours per week for eight weeks. Credit: Six
semester hours.
VT 2103 CLINICAL PATHOLOGY II
This course is designed to provide the student an opportunity to perform
coagulation tests, urinalysis, ELISA tests, blood chemistries, vaginal cytology and
aspiration techniques for cytological exam to aid in evaluating and interpreting
physiological or pathological bodily functions. Identification and knowledge of the
most common bacteria and fungi that cause clinical illness will be covered as the
veterinary clinical microbiology component of this course. Hematology and
parasitological laboratory applications will be carried over from Clinical Pathology I.
Two lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
VT 2113 VETERINARY IMAGING
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This course is designed to introduce the student to various aspects of radiology,
including analog and digital x-ray machines, positioning, exposure, developing
techniques, contrast radiography and trouble-shooting. The course also includes
exposure to ultrasonography, dental radiography, fluoroscopy, scintigraphy, and
nuclear radiography. Safety and technique are emphasized throughout the
course. Two lecture and four laboratory hours a week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
VT 2123 DISEASES OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS
This course is designed to provide the student with the cognitive skills to
recognize general pathology common to the domestic animal. The student will
be expected to assimilate information and enter into a decision-making process
at the level necessary for the practicing Veterinary Technician. Sections to be
covered in this course include general pathology, immunology, toxicology and
common diseases of domestic animals, including zoonotic diseases and
preventive measures. Three lecture hours per week. Credit: Three semester
hours.
VT 2124 PHARMACOLOGY AND SMALL ANIMAL MEDICAL NURSING
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various aspects of
pharmacology including: recognition of general types and groups of drugs,
routes of administration and dosage regimen; pharmacokinetics; and labeling
and packaging of drugs for dispensing. Clinical laboratory topics covered include
restraint, physical examinations, administration of medications, medical nursing,
fluid therapy, IV and urinary catheterization, wound management, emergency
medical nursing and client education. Three lecture and four laboratory hours
This course is an introductory course in handling, restraint, nutrition, breeding,
and common diseases of wild, zoo and laboratory animals. Two lecture and
three laboratory hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
VT 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Veterinary
Technology. May be taken more than once. Credit varies from one to four hours.
ZOOLOGY (ZOO)
ZOO 1114 GENERAL ZOOLOGY
Prerequisite: None.
The course covers structure, function and diversity of animals. It includes the
study of biological concepts and processes such as evolution, cellular
metabolism, reproduction, heredity, development, and homeostasis. The
laboratory component includes the study of the taxonomy and systematics on
animal phyla and the anatomy and morphology of representative taxa. Three
ZOO 2810 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ZOOLOGY
interests, and other special projects/events/activities related to Zoology. May be
VT 2133 VETERINARY CLINICAL NUTRITION
This course is designed to provide the student an introduction to providing
identification, classification, function of nutrients in small and large animal feeds.
It will also cover wellness, life stages, and therapeutic nutrition. Two lecture and
two laboratory hours per week. Credit: 3 semester hours.
VT 2213 VETERINARY HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT
This course is designed to introduce the student to business applications related
to management of a veterinary hospital; includes building a winning team,
management/supervision of employees, front office procedures, revenues and
financial control, accounting and bookkeeping, veterinary management
software, inventory control, marketing, client relations and personnel skills.
Three lecture hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours.
VT 2214 LARGE ANIMAL MEDICAL NURSING
This course will cover restraint and handling, husbandry, diseases, physical
examination, basic dentistry, medication techniques, diagnostic sampling,
diagnostic imaging, clinical procedures, reproduction, anesthesia, surgery,
neonatal clinical procedures and clinical nursing of equine and food animal
patients. Three lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Credit: Four
semester hours.
VT 2223 WILD, ZOO AND LABORATORY ANIMALS
**This catalog is published for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any
time. It should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and Murray
State College. Every effort is made to provide accurate information at the time of
publication. MSC reserves the right to discontinue, modify, or otherwise change its degree
programs. Current information regarding fees, dates and the availability of courses can be
found in the Class Schedule available at the time of pre-enrollment for each term
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REGENTS AND STAFF
OKLAHOMA STATE REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
CHANCELLOR
Dr. Glen D. Johnson, Jr.
Oklahoma City
Marlin “Ike” Glass, Jr.
Newkirk
James D. “Jimmy” Harrel
Leedy
Michael C. Turpen
Oklahoma City
John Massey
Durant
Julie Carson
Joseph L. Parker, Jr.
William Stuart Price
Gen. Toney Stricklin
Ronald H. White, M.D.
Claremore
Tulsa
Tulsa
Lawton
Oklahoma City
CHAIR
VICE CHAIR
SECRETARY
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
MEMBERS
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE BOARD OF REGENTS
CHAIR
Allen Benson
Ardmore
Roger Clark
Tishomingo
Shari Williams
Milburn
Peggy Shaffer
Milburn
Kay Helms
Frank Johnson
Adisha Chapman
Coalgate
Kingston
Ardmore
VICE CHAIR
SECRETARY
MSCF BOARD REPRESENTATIVE
MEMBERS
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY
AND STAFF
Listed by: Professorial Rank, Name, Year Employed, Title or Area, and Education.
PRESIDENT
Joy A. McDaniel, 1985
B.S., Oklahoma State University; M.Ed., Central State University; Post
Graduate Study, University of Oklahoma
VICE PRESIDENTS
Michaelle Gray, 2001, Student Affairs
B.A.A.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.S., East Central
University
Roger Stacy, 2011, Academic Affairs
B.S., M.Ed., Southwestern Oklahoma State University; Ph.D., Oklahoma
State University
ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENTS
Gary Cook, 1977, Facilities
B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Rebecca Henthorn, 1995, Academic Affairs
B.S., East Central University; M.A., Western Illinois University
Dennis Westman, 2011, Administrative Services
A.A.S., Murray State College, B.S., M.B.A., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University, Post Graduate Study, University of North Texas
FACULTY
Lori Allen, 2008, Nursing
B.S., East Central University; M.S., University of Oklahoma
Cynthia Baker, 2010, Nursing
A.A.S., Murray State College, B.S., M.S., University of Oklahoma,
CPNP
John C. Berry, 2009, English, Developmental English
A.A., Oakland Community College; B.A., M.A., University Of Oklahoma
John M. Bohon, 1990, Gunsmithing Program Chair
A.A.S., Trinidad State Junior College; B.S., University of Oklahoma
Kathy Bowen, 2006, Business Management Program Chair
B.S.Ed., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.Ed., East Central
University
Greg Boyd, 1997, Mathematics Department Chair
B.S., M.S., West Texas A & M
Gala Broadrick, 2011, Nursing
B.S.N., East Central University
Alan Burris, 2007, Art, Humanities
B.A., East Central University; M.Ed., East Central University
Sharon Burris, 2005, English
B.A., East Central University; M.A., University of Oklahoma & University
of Central Oklahoma
Robin M. Coppedge, 1989, Assistant Professor, Director Nursing
B.S., Oklahoma Baptist University; M.S., University of Oklahoma
Brian Cothran, 1999, Agronomy, Science
B.S. Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Ginger Cothran, 2005, Language and Fine Arts Department Chair
B.A.; M.Ed., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Zachary Crabtree, 2010, Health Wellness and Human Performance,
Athletic Director, Baseball Coach
B.S., M.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Lisa J. Coulter, 1991, Assistant Professor, Language Arts
B.S., Fort Hays State University; M.A., Post Graduate Study, Kansas
State University
LaDonna Culp, 2012, Nursing
A.S., Murray State College, B.S.N., East Central University, Post
Graduate, Southern Nazarene University
Renita Douglass, 2012, Behavior Science
B.S., University of Central Oklahoma; M.A., Southern Nazarene
University
Aaron Elmer, 2008, Director of the NASNTI Grant, Science Department
Chair
B.S., M.S., University of Central Oklahoma; Ph.D., Washington State
University
Michele Elmer, 2011, Biology, Conservation
B.S., M.T., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
B.T. Ferguson, 1999, Agriculture
B.S., Oklahoma State University
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REGENTS AND STAFF
Carey Floyd, 2003, Veterinary Technology Department Chair,
Veterinary Technology Program Chair
B.S. Oklahoma State University, D.V.M., Oklahoma State University
Crystal Robinson, 2009, Health Wellness and Human Performance,
Women’s Basketball Coach
B.A., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Kahlila Fowler, 2011, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Director
B.S.O.T., Velez College; M.A. SPED-MR Units, Cebu Normal
University; O.T.D., Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Gary Robinson, 1995, Associate Professor, Allied Health Department
Chair
B.S., East Central University; B.S., M.S., Oklahoma University Health
Sciences Center
Lloyd Gage, 2012, Health Wellness and Human Performance Chair
B.S., Eastern Oregon University, Post Graduate, Central Washington
University
Paul Gregoli, 2008, Chemistry
B.S., Tulane University; M.S., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., University of
Oklahoma
Kimberly Hancock, 2010, Occupational Therapy Assistant
A.S., Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell; COTA/l; AFWC
Syed Hasan, 1999, Computer Information Systems
M.S., Cleveland State University
Jody House, 2012, Agriculture Department Chair
A.S. Murray State College; B.S., M.A., Oklahoma State University
Corrine Hunter, 2011, Nursing
B.S., East Central University; M.S., University of Phoenix; BLS, ACLS
Rebecca Jacobs-Pollez, 2012 History
B.S., M.A., University of Houston-Clear Lake; Ph.D, University of
Missouri
Anita M. Jones, 1993, Nursing
B.S., East Central University; B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University; M.S., Texas Women's University
Marvin Leeper, 2012 English
Don Loving, 2008, Biological Science
B.S., Oklahoma State University; M.S., University of Oklahoma
Amy McCain, 2010, Nursing and Child Development Department Chair,
Child Development Program Chair
B.S., Oklahoma State University; M.A., University of Oklahoma
Kirk A. Rodden, 1990, Assistant Professor, Social Science Department
Chair
B.A., Northeastern State University; M.A., Oklahoma State University
Carlton E. Rousey, 1978, Physics
B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.S., Ph.D., University
of Oklahoma
Laura Pearce-Sandmann, 1986, Veterinary Technology
R.V.T., Murray State College; B.S., East Central University
Brent Shaw, 2012, Health Wellness and Human Performance, Women’s
Softball Coach
B.S., M.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Debra Simmons, 2011, Physical Therapist Assistant
A.A.S., Murray State College
Christy Uzzel, 2012, Math
B.S. Mathematics Education
Jana Wakefield, 2005, Mathematics
B.A.; M.Ed., University of Oklahoma
Jeana West, 2003, English
B.A., Southeastern Oklahoma State University, M.Ed, Southeastern
Oklahoma State University
Edward Woode, 2008, English
B.A., University of Sierra Leone; M.A., University of New Mexico; Ph.D.,
University of Oklahoma
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Vicki Allen, 2006, Activities/Academic Advisor
Chad Mercer, 2011, Gunsmithing
A.A.S., Murray State College, Post Graduate, University of Oklahoma
Wilma Ayers, 2005, Coordinator/Instructor of TANF/MIT Atoka Campus
Donald Mercer, 2012, Business and Computer Science Department
Chair
B.A., Park University; M.B.A. Liberty University
Amanda J. Baldridge, 2004, Director of Academic Advisement, ADA
Compliance Officer
B.S.W., Lubbock Christian University, M.S., East Central University;
CRCC
Steve Pinion, 2012, Reading
A.S. Eastern Oklahoma State College; B.A., M.A., Southeastern
Susan Branch, 1994, Academic Advisor
B.S., East Central University
Debora S. Reed, 1987, Veterinary Technology
R.V.T., Murray State College; B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University
Jerry Brown, 2002, Director of TANF/MIT
B.A., Southeastern Oklahoma State University, M.Ed., Southeastern
Mary Rixen, 2008, Director of Library
B.A., College of Great Falls; M.S.LIS., Clarion University of
Pennsylvania
Michael Burrell, 2010, Coordinator of Distance Learning
B.A., B.B.A., M.S., University of Oklahoma
Sonya Campbell, 2009, Director of Student Life
A.S., Murray State College
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REGENTS AND STAFF
Karen Cantrell, 2005, External Relations/Community Education
B.S., M.Ed., University of Central Oklahoma
Sara Sherman, 2009, Director of College Auxiliary Services
A.S. Murray State College
Tara Clary, 2008, Coordinator/Instructor of TANF/MIT Tishomingo
Campus
Jayne Spears, 2008, Mathematics Lab Supervisor
Kay Deaver, 1986, Bookstore Manager
Machelle Ellis, 2006, Associate Director of Financial Aid
A.S., Murray State College
Christina Gill, 1996, Information Technology Director
A.A.S., ESS College of Business; MCSE; MCSA; MCP
Sherry Gray-Devine, 2006, Comptroller
A.S., Murray State College; B.S. East Central University
Trish Harding, 2009, Records Certification Coordinator/NJCAA
A.S., Murray State College; B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University
Joe Pat Hughes, 1997, Human Resources Director
B.S., M.S., East Central University
Charles E. Hummelke, 2004, Student Support Services Counselor
B.S., Wichita State University; M.S., Emporia State University
Erin Knight, 2011, Public Information Officer
Karen Lee, 1999, Coordinator for Help Center, PLATO Software
Specialist
Heather McLean, 2000, Child Development Scholar Coordinator
B.S., University of Oklahoma
Heather Mercer, 2012, Registration Systems Coordinator
A.S., Murray State College, B.A., M.S.H.R., East Central University
Candice Oliver, 2009, Recruiter
A.S. Murray State College, B.S., M.Ed., East Central University
Virginia Orr, 2004, Assessment/Academic Transfer/Retention
Coordinator
Ronda Pickens, 2004, Student Support Services Counselor
B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.S.H.R., East Central
University
Mari Plumlee, 2007, Coordinator/Instructor of TANF/MIT Ada Campus
Margie Ritchie, 1993, Academic Advisor
Donna Roy, 1990, Academic Advisor
A.S., Murray State College; B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University
Marilyn Schwarz, 1992, Financial Aid Director
B.S., University of Central Oklahoma
Brenda Stacy, 2011, Grant Writer, Development Specialist, Director of
MSC Foundation
B.S.Ed., M.Ed., Southwestern Oklahoma State University; Ed.D,
Randy Tanner, 2010, Accountant
B.A. Texas Tech University; M.B.A., University of Texas at Arlington
Linda S. Taylor, 1987, Director of Student Support Services
B.A., M.B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Misty Treas, 1991, Administrative Systems/Audit Analysis
Pam Ward, 1998, Interim Registrar, Director of Admissions
A.A.S., Murray State College; B.A.A.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State
University
Shawn Wakefield, 2011, Director of Institutional Research and
Effectiveness
B.S., University of Oklahoma; M.S., Oklahoma State University
EMERITUS STAFF
Becky Wyatt
1983-2010, Child Development
Judy Huston
1988-2010, Foundation Director
Rex Morrell
1969-2010, Social Science
Ann Beck
1974-2009, Registrar and Director of Admissions
Joe Beck
1987-2010, Engineering & Technology
Joyce Spurgin
1994-2008, Nursing
Steve Huston
1979-2007, Botany/Microbiology
Jim Kennedy
1979-2007, Director of the Learning Resources Center
Dennis Toews
1967-2007, Senior Vice President
Willa Dean Caldwell
1985-2006, Business Management
Carol S. Johnson
1978-2006, Nursing
James E. Schammerhorn
1969-2006, Chemistry
Fred D. Poe
1965-2005, Language Arts
Bill Malone
Donnie Williams
Jamie J. Inman
1982-2001, Music
J. Phillip Traughber
1973-2000, Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
Kay K. Helms
1978-1998, Applied Science
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REGENTS AND STAFF
Donald F. Ryan
Rozella Chandler
1988-1997, Counselor
Mary L. Golloway
1978-1997, Student & Community Services
Joe R. Reid
1968-1996, Business & Technology
Clyde R. Kindell
1967-1994, President
Delbert Taylor
1979-1993, Metallurgy
Stanley Wilson
1968-1991, Science
Larry M. Milligan
1965-1990, Art & Humanities
Gerald R. Alloway
1952-1987, Mathematics
Doris I. Townsend
1968-1987, Secretarial Administration
Norine Harden
1980-1986, Home Economics
Marian Wirth
1974-1986, Developmental Studies
Alma Hogan
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